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Medical Conditions - Chickenpox

Chickenpox is an infection caused due to the varicella-zoster virus. It affects kids as well as adults also, and it results in skin rashes with red itchy blisters. This infection spreads by breathing in the particles infected with the varicella-zoster virus. Varicella vaccine helps to prevent the spread of this infection.

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Are my rash and spots from chickenpox exposure?

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Am I at risk due to exposure to dry chickenpox lesions?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.comI understand your fear.Chickenpox is easily passed from person to person.

Is it advisable to take Deflazacort and Hydroxyzine HCl for hives during pregnancy?

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Answered By
Dr. Uzma Arqam

Dr. Uzma Arqam

Will I get varicella if I contact a child with a pink spot?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand the concern. It will depend on whether the child has really suffered from chicken pox.

Which cream is best to reduce chickenpox marks on my face?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand that the marks left behind by chickenpox blisters can be distressing, especially when they appear on the face.

Answered By
Dr. Misha Saghir

Dr. Misha Saghir

How to prevent the formation of depression marks after healing of chickenpox blisters?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. I suggest you apply Mupirocin cream or Fucidin cream twice daily for ten days.

Can my 7-year-old son’s eczema cause fever and infection?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. Based on the symptoms described, the individual may be experiencing infected eczema.

I have chickenpox. Are there any tips for recovery?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Chickenpox is a self-resolving condition.

How to confirm if a child's skin rash is chickenpox?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. It is one of the common viral infections. There is nothing to worry about.

Can a wife get HIV if her partner's test is negative?

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