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Chicken pox
Can my 4 year old get chicken pox even if he hasn’t been exposed to someone with it?
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Yes. But exposure to a fresh case of Chickenpox will increase the chances of your child catching it too.
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Dr. Pandurang Sawant
Pediatrician
16 yrs exp
Pune
Chikenpox is very common at this age group
If u have confirmed with ur pediatrician then its ok
During this rashes episode keep ur baby well hydrated with plenty of oral liquids including water Fruits juices and ORS if needed
Give fever medicine if any
Baby's cause itching all over body over rash if itching then give medicine for rash too
Apply atogla lotion for local application 3times a day for 5 days for fast recovery from rashes
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Revisit ur pediatrician if condition worsen.
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