Chickenpox
Chickenpox is a contagious viral infection characterised by an itchy rash and red spots or blisters all over the body. It’s caused by the varicella-zoster virus.
You might have chickenpox if you have:
Itchy rash with red spots or blisters
Fever (temperature of 38c or above)
Flu-like symptoms
- Close contact with an infected person
- Breathing in respiratory droplets from an infected person
- Itchy rash with red spots or blisters
- Fever
- Flu-like symptoms such as headache and fatigue
- Loss of appetite
- Stay home from work or school to avoid spreading the infection
- Take over-the-counter painkillers to reduce fever and discomfort
- Apply calamine lotion to soothe itching
- Drink plenty of fluids
- Avoid scratching the rash to prevent infection and scarring
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