Difference Between Chickenpox And Measles- 369 Questions Answered

I m suffering from measles from 3 days. I have taken vaccines for measles in childhood. Should I take any antibiotics for it?

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Dr. Sushma Shah General Physician | Vadodara

HELLO, YES, AS PNUMONIA IS THE MOST KNOW COMPLICATIONS. TAB DOLO 650 IF FEVER IS THEIR EIGHT HOURLY AFTER FOOD. TAB ZIFI 200 TWO TIMES A DAY AFTER FOOD FOR FIVE TO SEVEN DAYS. PLENTY OF HEALTHY LIQUI ... Read More

My nephew is suffering from measles and he is 3 months old. he have severe cough and sore throat.heyr is admit in hospital from past two days. kindly give a best suggestions.

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Dr. Vinay S Bhat ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | Bangalore

Measles is a viral infection and cough and sore throat are part of that viral infection. Usually treatment is symptomatic and recovery will occur with appropriate treatment which may have been started ... Read More

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I just wanted to know What is the difference between chickenpox scars and chickenpox marks so that i could get treated accordingly

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Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

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Scars don't go on its own. They stay all your life. If by marks you mean pigmentation, that comes down. We can do laser treatment for scars. Dr Shaurya Rohatgi MD ... Read More

My son is 2 yr old having 3 days high fever, after that a little red rashes on chicks very little not so much doctor said measles, from last 2 days he feels very weakness lethargic. Throat infection also Not having rashes very little. Is there any test for measles

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Dr. J Ravikiran General Medicine | Hyderabad

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Mujhe 1 week pehle fever tha. Cum nahi ho raha tha. Before 4 days dr said that i have measles. He gave some medicines. Measles and itching 2 days me chale gaye. Ab 10% hai. Can i go outside and can i do my routine work?

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

No..Without seeing can't treat...Do direct online consultation for prescription by sending photo. ... Read More

Hello, I am a 25 year old woman. I have a child and he is to be vaccinated. I want to know whether vaccines are expensive and is it possible to have a cheaper vaccine and what is the difference from the expensive one. Also, what is the measles vaccine price?

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Dr. Varun Mathur Internal Medicine | Jaipur

I would like to know more info and history. It would be great if we can continue on my private window so then I will be able to send you complete treatment chart , along with dietary measures and some ... Read More

My friend was suffering from fever from last Friday . since last 2 days red rashes and RED marks/spots started appearing in all her body ,face and neck . we suggested some doctors and they think its an viral fever or measles . can any one please suggest what's the disease is and if that is measles, what measures to take further. Can she take bath

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Dr. Shazia Cosmetologist | Hyderabad

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Its my First day of chickenpox,just want to know that which foods I could have to overcome chickenpox.

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Dr. Bipin Ninan Abraham General Physician | Bangalore

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You should stay well hydrated and aim to drink 3 liters of water per day. You should avoid spicy, oily, deep fried and junk food as it will be difficult for you to digest such food. You should have a ... Read More

My daughter got chickenpox. How she will be all right. Please suggest me. Sometimes she is getting fever also.

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

She needs medicine..Without seeing can't treat...Do direct online consultation for prescription by sending photo. ... Read More

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Dr. Harisha N L General Physician | Bangalore

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Hi there I understand your concern...if you had chicken pox in your childhood yo will not get it as you will be having antibodies in your body....Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself agains ... Read More

Hello Doctor, My child (6 years old) is having chickenpox. Today is the 5th day. Symptoms: - Fever, especially at night - Multiple blisters all over the body and face - Some blisters appear to have pus - Child is active at times in the morning, but becomes dull during fever - Right eyelid is reddish and slightly swollen We are currently giving Levo

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Dr. Dhruv Agrawal Pediatrician | Etah

Hello This should not be of any issue most likely In chicken pox patient develops different kind of rashes, some pustules also ... Read More

Sir /mam I need help please..my son is 2 year old and he has been suffering from measles...now his body rash home away but his health is not ok...he not feeling easy .. uneasy stomach, crying and fever... .. what should I do.. please suggest can I give vitamin a syrup with homeopathy medicine to him

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Dr. Chandrashekhar Vasant Phadnis Pediatrician | Pune

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Yes Vitamin A helps in measles. Please visit a pediatrician for diagnosis and treatment. Weakness and other symptoms can persist after fever for many days. ... Read More

I have fes rashes blisters on my abdomen,chest, neck,legs and also kn head...bechind my neck i can sense something swollen nodes also ... I got fever on Wednesday and Thursday and then i notices these rashes. Went to a doctor yesterday,he diagnosed it as chickenpox and gave me doxycycline (why?i don't get it)..do let me know what to do? I have my e

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Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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My 2 1/2 year old baby completed two doses of mmr vaccination...but nw she affected by measles...why does it happens ? Is it possible? She has a severe throat pain that's why she doesn't eat or drink anything ...also complaint stomach ache ...pls help ... suggest

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Dr. SK KJM Alisha Pediatrician | Lucknow

Hi. Two doses are 96% effective against measles. But rarely still measles is possible but usually complications wont be there. Please consult to know more about the throat pain stomach ache and m ... Read More

Can i take paracetmol for treating fever while suffering from chickenpox? Im diabetic patient.

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Dr. J Ravikiran General Medicine | Hyderabad

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Hello, My husband recently had measles a month ago and recovered now. But some sources tell me that measles will reduce your immunity and might trigger pneumonia or TB. My doubt is how long will it take to regain old immunity or how long we have to be careful . Is there any specific concern?

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Dr. Aditya Prasad Padhy Urologist | Bhubaneswar

connect with a call for details discussion regarding the disease and it's management ... Read More

Sir / mam , What is the difference Betwee BAIDYANATH DHATUPAUSTHIK CHURNA and PATANJALI YOUVAN CHURNA ? ?

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Dr. Pratik Agrawal Diabetologist | Nagpur

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Hello. I am Dr.Pratik Agrawal, Cosultant Physician. Done my MD in Internal Medicine after completing MBBS. I think i will be able to help you for further plan and management for this disease after di ... Read More

Sir / mam , namaste 🙏, Kindly pls say the difference between DHATUPAUSTIK CHURNA AND KAMDEV CHURNA ???

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Dr. Vishal Bhatt Psychiatrist | Rajkot

Listen , you should focus on lifestyle modification, Kegel exercise along with health diet habit along with we may add few medicines for quick recovery ... Read More

What is the difference between USG Penis test and USG Penile doopler scan. I can see a difference in pricing for both test. Is both same or different?

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Dr. Fayyaz A Sattar Sexologist | Mumbai

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If you trying to identify issue related to your erection or timing this is not something which will give you accurate results. For proper guidance and assistance on your issues feel free to contact me ... Read More

Hello doctor, what is the difference between ointment and cream?? Can either be used interchangeably? Asking in reference to a medicated one.

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Dr. Shashikant General Physician | Bangalore

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The primary difference between the two lies in the ratio between oil and water. While a cream has equal parts oil and water, ointments contain about 80 percent oil. It depends of the preparation and a ... Read More

My baby is 10 months old... On the day when he was 9 months we had tp give him MMR Vaccination he suddenly became sick and and throat infection and was given antibiotic and doc said to wait for 2 weeks...after 2 weeks we decided to give vaccination shot but he had some viral fever and cold...and rashes all over body... N dr confirmed it was measles

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Dr. Prathibha Reddy Pediatrician | Hyderabad

Hello ! Give after 4 weeks ... Read More

I had got a pimple(filled with water like stuff) 4-5 days ago. And then developed 4-5 more pimples on my scalp and chest then today i got even more pimples on my face chest and scalp and back. I visited a GP today and he told me that i am having chickenpox and gave me a few medicines.May i know till when will i keep getting new pimples.

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Dr. Manoj Kumar General Physician | Dehradun

Kindly few more details Kindly consult ... Read More

Hi, It's my chickenpox Day-8 today( Since Onset) I have over 100 blisters on my body including Face. The concern is that the blisters have still not turned into scabs, how long will the process take ? And how long does it takes for scabs to fall off and leave behind a new healed skin? My face has around 35 blisters, I am worried about when they wi

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Dr. Shivanu Mathon Dermatologist | Ludhiana

Consult online for further w ... Read More

Is there any difference between beta hcg,serum test; serum beta hcg test and beta hcg test ? Measured in (mIU/ml) Please answer doctors

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Dr. Gunjan Agrawal Obstetrician | Jaipur

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Please consult for proper discussion. ... Read More

I am 29 yrs old, got infected with chickenpox. Taking medicine as per doctor prescribed. I have concerned about the scars after chickenpox, so I want to ask how to prevent the scars of chickenpox. Any suggestions during chickenpox for prevention.?

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Contact with water cause swelling. is bath necessary during chickenpox or can be avoided? Kindly suggest.

Asked for Female, 32 Years 433 Views v

Dr. Anshu Kumar Anshu Orthopedic surgeon | Greater Noida

Bathing I always necessary...please dunno scare... ... Read More

Doctors ,_Vitamin A one lac unit for less than one year old in measles . and vitamin A two lac units for older than one year . So this medicine is give a single dose ? Or for how many days ?

Asked for Female, 19 Years 71 Views v

Dr. Sarika Rautwar General Physician | Aurangabad

Kindly consult for the same ... Read More

Doctors , in our home three children has measles and doctor also give Vitamin A with other medicine . and doctors wrote in prescription for less than one year vitamin A one lac unit . and for older than one year vitamin A two lac unit . So now how many days Vitamin A can give to children ?

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Dr. Vinit M Mehta Pediatrician | Vadodara

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For 2 days ... Read More

I had my polio and measles vaccination during childhood but I lost the records. How to proof that for travelling to another country?

Asked for Male, 31 Years 65 Views v

Dr. Pandian General Surgeon | Kanchipuram

Get it certified by government pediatrician ... Read More

Hi Can you please tell the difference between implantation bleeding and withdrawal bleeding? How to distinguish between the two?

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Dr. Lavina Batra Gynecologist | Pune

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I m suffering from measles from 3 days. I have taken vaccines for measles in childhood. Should I take any antibiotics for it?

My nephew is suffering from measles and he is 3 months old. he have severe cough and sore throat.heyr is admit in hospital from past two days. kindly give a best suggestions.

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I just wanted to know What is the difference between chickenpox scars and chickenpox marks so that i could get treated accordingly

My son is 2 yr old having 3 days high fever, after that a little red rashes on chicks very little not so much doctor said measles, from last 2 days he feels very weakness lethargic. Throat infection also Not having rashes very little. Is there any test for measles

Mujhe 1 week pehle fever tha. Cum nahi ho raha tha. Before 4 days dr said that i have measles. He gave some medicines. Measles and itching 2 days me chale gaye. Ab 10% hai. Can i go outside and can i do my routine work?

Hello, I am a 25 year old woman. I have a child and he is to be vaccinated. I want to know whether vaccines are expensive and is it possible to have a cheaper vaccine and what is the difference from the expensive one. Also, what is the measles vaccine price?

Its my First day of chickenpox,just want to know that which foods I could have to overcome chickenpox.

My daughter got chickenpox. How she will be all right. Please suggest me. Sometimes she is getting fever also.

How to protect. not to get chickenpox diesease. how to protect. not to get chickenpox diesease. how to protect. not to get chickenpox diesease.

Sir /mam I need help please..my son is 2 year old and he has been suffering from measles...now his body rash home away but his health is not ok...he not feeling easy .. uneasy stomach, crying and fever... .. what should I do.. please suggest can I give vitamin a syrup with homeopathy medicine to him

My 2 1/2 year old baby completed two doses of mmr vaccination...but nw she affected by measles...why does it happens ? Is it possible? She has a severe throat pain that's why she doesn't eat or drink anything ...also complaint stomach ache ...pls help ... suggest

Can i take paracetmol for treating fever while suffering from chickenpox? Im diabetic patient.

Hello, My husband recently had measles a month ago and recovered now. But some sources tell me that measles will reduce your immunity and might trigger pneumonia or TB. My doubt is how long will it take to regain old immunity or how long we have to be careful . Is there any specific concern?

Sir / mam , What is the difference Betwee BAIDYANATH DHATUPAUSTHIK CHURNA and PATANJALI YOUVAN CHURNA ? ?

Sir / mam , namaste 🙏, Kindly pls say the difference between DHATUPAUSTIK CHURNA AND KAMDEV CHURNA ???

What is the difference between USG Penis test and USG Penile doopler scan. I can see a difference in pricing for both test. Is both same or different?

Hello doctor, what is the difference between ointment and cream?? Can either be used interchangeably? Asking in reference to a medicated one.

Is there any difference between beta hcg,serum test; serum beta hcg test and beta hcg test ? Measured in (mIU/ml) Please answer doctors

I am 29 yrs old, got infected with chickenpox. Taking medicine as per doctor prescribed. I have concerned about the scars after chickenpox, so I want to ask how to prevent the scars of chickenpox. Any suggestions during chickenpox for prevention.?

Contact with water cause swelling. is bath necessary during chickenpox or can be avoided? Kindly suggest.

Doctors ,_Vitamin A one lac unit for less than one year old in measles . and vitamin A two lac units for older than one year . So this medicine is give a single dose ? Or for how many days ?

Doctors , in our home three children has measles and doctor also give Vitamin A with other medicine . and doctors wrote in prescription for less than one year vitamin A one lac unit . and for older than one year vitamin A two lac unit . So now how many days Vitamin A can give to children ?

I had my polio and measles vaccination during childhood but I lost the records. How to proof that for travelling to another country?

Hi Can you please tell the difference between implantation bleeding and withdrawal bleeding? How to distinguish between the two?

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