Chickenpox

Chickenpox is a contagious viral illness that causes an itchy rash and flu-like symptoms. It’s most common in children but can be serious in adults and those with weakened immunity.

Itchy, blister-like rash (usually starts on chest, back, and face)
Fever
Fatigue
Loss of appetite
Headache

Antihistamines: To relieve itching (e.g., diphenhydramine)

Acetaminophen: Reduces fever and discomfort

Antiviral medications: (e.g., acyclovir) for high-risk patients

Cool baths & calamine lotion: Soothe irritated skin

Caused by the varicella-zoster virus
Spreads via airborne droplets or contact with fluid from blisters
Highly contagious 1–2 days before rash appears until all blisters scab

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Caused by the varicella-zoster virus
Spreads via airborne droplets or contact with fluid from blisters
Highly contagious 1–2 days before rash appears until all blisters scab

Treatments

Antihistamines: To relieve itching (e.g., diphenhydramine)

Acetaminophen: Reduces fever and discomfort

Antiviral medications: (e.g., acyclovir) for high-risk patients

Cool baths & calamine lotion: Soothe irritated skin

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Chickenpox

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