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I would like to take Chicken pox vaccine. Will chicken pox Vaccine cause blisters in adults? What are the side effects of the vaccine? Pls explain

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Dr. Syeda Saadath Arsheen General Physician | Bangalore

Yes there ll b blisters in adults as well Common side effects r like fever/pain at site of injection/rash.. Rarely allergic reactions ... Read More

How/where can one get the chicken pox vaccine in chandigarh? Does it need a prescription? Can I just but it from the chemist?

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Dr. Anamay K. Bidwai General Surgeon | Chennai

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Dear Friend, Chicken pox vaccine is available easily at most of the good medical shops. Yes you do need prescription for it, but it is a misfortune of our country that laws are made but are rarely imp ... Read More

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I am planning pregnancy this year. I would like to go for Chicken pox vaccine before it. Please tell me how long should I wait to conceive after taking the second dose of the chicken pox vaccine.

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Dr. Venkat Raghav General Physician | Bangalore

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Hello...... All adults who have never had chickenpox or received the vaccination should be vaccinated against it. Two doses of the vaccine should be given at least four weeks apart.you should wait at ... Read More

My daughter got chicken pox in the 13th month. Now she's 15 months and the vaccine for the same is pending . Should I give her the vaccine or we can omit it

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Dr. Nitika Maheshwari Pediatrician | Meerut

You can omit it ... Read More

I have never got chicken pox till now and my age is 24 , I just wanted to know how much it costs for a chicken pox vaccine normally and what are the chances of me getting chicken pox at this age ?

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Dr. Aditya Prasad Padhy Urologist | Bhubaneswar

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

Dear sir, one month ago my son had chicken pox vaccine first dose at school. Is there any problem if I couldn't take second dose. Please advise me. Thanks

Asked for Male, 7 Years 55 Views v

Dr. Sandeep Patil Pediatrician | Raichur

Nothing will happen.... ... Read More

Hi, How to get chicken pox vaccine for adults in hyderabad. Should we go to general phycisian? Thanks.

Asked for Female, 28 Years 320 Views v

Dr. Venkat Raghav General Physician | Bangalore

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Hello, Most cases of chickenpox are relatively mild and run their course in five to 10 days. But it can be very serious, even life-threatening, in a small percentage of people. adults should have two ... Read More

My employer is mandating chicken pox vaccinations for all who have not previously been exposed. To my knowledge, I have never had chicken pox or the vaccine. I've heard that someone my age (37) could develop a debilitating case of chicken pox from the vaccine. Is it safe for me or not?

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Dr. Bipin Ninan Abraham General Physician | Bangalore

There is a slight risk which is present with vaccination, but it isn't necessary that you will develop the disease, in a very small percentage of people who have the vaccination develop chicken pox so ... Read More

Is Hep A and chicken pox vaccines necessary for babies? People says that babies get immunity if Hep A naturally from water and natural immunity if chicken pox is better than vaccines.

Asked for Female, 22 Years 137 Views v

Dr. Shebin C E Pediatrician | Kanyakumari

Greetings it's better to go for vaccination. ... Read More

My Son who is 18 months old, has taken Chicken Pox 2nd dose vaccine-"Nexipox", but when he was 12 month old he had taken "Variped" as 1st dose of Chicken Pox vaccine. Does this create any complications?

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Dr. Sathyaprakash shunmugavel Pediatrician | Madurai

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No sir , it is ok .It will not create any complications. ... Read More

My daughter is 15 months old and 2 days after the vaccination of Varilrix and Priorix vaccine sudden red rashes appear on legs and hand and she has 98.1 fever is that any serious...? Please tell me ASAP.. Thanks in advance

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Dr. Shebin C E Pediatrician | Kanyakumari

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Greetings temperature of 98.1°F is completely normal and is not considered a fever.Mild red rashes on the limbs can occur after receiving Varilrix or Priorix.This is typically a harmless immune ... Read More

My baby dob is 23 feb 2025 , on 4th May 2026 he got chicken pox vaccine and on 8th may we have noticed , he has red bumps on all over body. Doctor has suggested Syrup of citrizine hydrochloride and ambroxol hydrochloride 2 ml for 3 days .but still there us red bump on all over body pl suggest Attaching image also

Asked for Female, 32 Years 23 Views v

Dr. Parikshit Tiple Pediatrician | Nagpur

Use antihistamine with lactocalamine for local application if itching present, ... Read More

My baby completed 2 years and 1 month and from one month she had this skin issue.so first she got this small bumps on 29th march and those look like mosquito bites but then bumps became water filled hard blister so people said chicken pox we consulted pediatrician and he prescribed averzine hydroxyzine OS IP 10mg and sofidew calamine lotion after u

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Dr. Sujata Maurya Dermatologist | Bareilly

Detailed medical history needs to be assessed before starting you on your personalised treatment plan Kindly share a clear picture in good lighting of affected areas ... Read More

My daughter age 3.8 she has a chicken pox dots on body on head on hand on legs fluid dots,itching, radish red think.. please Just ask taking any medicine or not

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Dr. Tirth Vinodbhai Prajapati Pediatrician | Ahmedabad

For fever / discomfort: Give Paracetamol (15 mg/kg per dose every 6–8 hours if needed). Avoid ibuprofen and aspirin For itching: You can give Calamine lotion locally 2–3 times/day and oral ... Read More

My manager had rashed yesterday today evening he is diagnosed with chicken pox, so I was interacting with him for the 2 days so afraid of getting chicken pox and also I am with my husband so fear of him getting exposed too As I said, I am afraid that I may get infected so it's 3 days now what can be done? I consulted a doctor online he said it will

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Asked for Female, 24 Years 42 Views v

Dr. Shaista Fatma General Physician | Lucknow

Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ... Read More

My manager had rashed yesterday today evening he is diagnosed with chicken pox, so I was interacting with him for the 2 days so afraid of getting chicken pox and also I am with my husband so fear of him getting exposed too

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Dr. Dinesh Mehta General Physician | Jaipur

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Hi, I am having these rashes on the face, neck, front body, back, hands from yesterday and now it has started with legs. it is in the early and in the head.. Not able to sleep well. Having itching and burning sensation followed by fever ,severe headache and stiff neck.. Kindly advise if this is chicken pox ? I shall be visiting/ consulting OL a doc

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Dr. Abdul Rasheed General Physician | Bangalore

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It could be chicken pox rashes ,or allergies.Chicken pox rashes appears as any other rash initially,after 24 hours turn into fluid filled blisters. ... Read More

So I had chicken pox on 26th February. I started to take ZOVIRAX 400 as prescribed by doctor from this very starting day. 5days course hab been completed on 2nd March. I just have drying out scabs on my body. Am I still contagious! Do I need to stay isolation till all the crust scabbed over! Or can I get out after 9th March(10days). Please guide me

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Asked for Female, 35 Years 117 Views v

Dr. Gaurav Jain General Physician | Ahmedabad

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Let them fall over. Dnt take risk. ... Read More

Is there any effective treatment available for chicken pox? My sister has been showing symptoms for the past 5 days and appears to be prone to this disease. What immediate steps should we take, and which specialist should we consult?

Asked for Female, 25 Years 60 Views v

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

Yes it is utmost important to treat chicken to reduce the complications and also scarring all over the body. Please contact me using online consult option for proper treatment ... Read More

Could you please tell the name of the antibiotics that I can use for the fast curing of chicken/small pox?

Asked for Female, 24 Years 238 Views v

Mr. Saurabh Bahuguna General Physician | Dehradun

Chickenpox is a viral infection, so antibiotics do not cure it and are not needed. For faster recovery, focus on supportive care: rest, fluids, paracetamol for fever, calamine lotion for itching, and ... Read More

I was diagnosed with Chicken Pox around 24th December and it has been 2 weeks. My rashes are all gone and scrabbed off. Fever is also gone. By for last few days, I feel very lethargic, my hands and toes are ice cold, and I have a persistent very mild headache. I feel cold all the time even in a 24/25 degree temperature, can not bare the wind even

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Asked for Male, 35 Years 121 Views v

Dr. Siyara Merin Saji General Practitioner | Ernakulam

Ok dont worry... Fatigue and headache sill be resolve.. Keep hydrated, eat good food, fresh veg and fruits... If not resolve blood checkup can be done... Please connect me through practo or wattsap ni ... Read More

I've been feeling dizziness along with bad headache and stomach pain since 3 days and my frnd whom I've been in direct contact with has been affected by chicken pox day before is it symptoms of the same or am I facing some other problems

Asked for Female, 18 Years 136 Views v

Dr. Nazia Begum M.G General Physician | Belgaum

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Do u hav lesions on skin Consult online Take tab brufen Could be viral flu? ... Read More

So I had this severe chicken pox when I was in my 9th garde and from that 2 or 3 years later I discovered that I have shingles. Now in my area there are cases of chicken pox and I don't know but I think my shingles got activated. So is it shingles or am I having chicken pox again?

Asked for Female, 19 Years 124 Views v

Dr. Devang Pandya Dermatologist | Jamnagar

Need clear photos and proper history for diagnosis and management ... Read More

I have active chicken pox but i have used salicylic acid face wash to wash my face. Can i develop any other symptom coz of that

Asked for Male, 25 Years 214 Views v

Dr. Shaista Fatma General Physician | Lucknow

Mujhe mere chicken pox scars ke baare me janna hai ye deep scars hai ya light, mere chicken pox scars ko 1 month se jyada ho gya aur mai av opexa gel cream aur scabery bed sore cream lga rhi hu

Asked for Female, 23 Years 104 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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

Now I had chicken pox what to do for that to cure faster and food to take and what should not take suggestions

Asked for Male, 19 Years 103 Views v

Dr. Pooja Shrivastava Dermatologist | Mumbai

Chickenpox usually heals on its own in 1–2 weeks. Take rest, drink plenty of fluids, eat light home-cooked food (fruits, vegetables, dal, rice). Avoid oily, spicy or junk food. Do not scratch the blis ... Read More

Fever since 5 days. Been taking patacetamol since 5 days. Diagnosed with chicken pox. Do i need to do any more tests to check for anycomplication? What recommendations do you suggest?

Asked for Female, 30 Years 134 Views v

Dr. Rashmi Nandwana Dermatologist | Noida

Specific medication will treat your concern. Kindly consult online for proper treatment and guidance. ... Read More

I had chicken pox last year in 2025,june which last for 2-3 weeks but again this in 2025,june i am again facing some symptoms like one pimple on my chest and two red spots on my back

Asked for Male, 17 Years 232 Views v

Dr. Amandeep Dermatologist | Khanna

Will improve with medication Consult online for further management ... Read More

I had got chicken pox in my childhood, they have left deep scars on my face. Which treatment is best for a 18 year old boy and can see results soon.

Asked for Male, 18 Years 321 Views v

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

Fractional CO2 laser can be done for this ... Read More

My son is 16 months. He's got chicken pox yesterday. Consulted with paediatrician today as last night he got some spots in the body. He had 2-3 days back only but thought it was mosquito 🦟 bites. Want to know about his diet ,bath & clothes to wear. He's cranky doesn't want to eat food.

Asked for Female, 35 Years 119 Views v

Dr. Dharmishta Verat Pediatrician | Mumbai

Give soft diet to eat if oral lesions are present like dalrice , khichdi , curd, fruits, custard , milkshake Keep the child hydrated (most imp) Soft cotton clothes and lukewarm water bath ... Read More

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I would like to take Chicken pox vaccine. Will chicken pox Vaccine cause blisters in adults? What are the side effects of the vaccine? Pls explain

How/where can one get the chicken pox vaccine in chandigarh? Does it need a prescription? Can I just but it from the chemist?

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I am planning pregnancy this year. I would like to go for Chicken pox vaccine before it. Please tell me how long should I wait to conceive after taking the second dose of the chicken pox vaccine.

My daughter got chicken pox in the 13th month. Now she's 15 months and the vaccine for the same is pending . Should I give her the vaccine or we can omit it

I have never got chicken pox till now and my age is 24 , I just wanted to know how much it costs for a chicken pox vaccine normally and what are the chances of me getting chicken pox at this age ?

Dear sir, one month ago my son had chicken pox vaccine first dose at school. Is there any problem if I couldn't take second dose. Please advise me. Thanks

Hi, How to get chicken pox vaccine for adults in hyderabad. Should we go to general phycisian? Thanks.

My employer is mandating chicken pox vaccinations for all who have not previously been exposed. To my knowledge, I have never had chicken pox or the vaccine. I've heard that someone my age (37) could develop a debilitating case of chicken pox from the vaccine. Is it safe for me or not?

Is Hep A and chicken pox vaccines necessary for babies? People says that babies get immunity if Hep A naturally from water and natural immunity if chicken pox is better than vaccines.

My Son who is 18 months old, has taken Chicken Pox 2nd dose vaccine-"Nexipox", but when he was 12 month old he had taken "Variped" as 1st dose of Chicken Pox vaccine. Does this create any complications?

My daughter is 15 months old and 2 days after the vaccination of Varilrix and Priorix vaccine sudden red rashes appear on legs and hand and she has 98.1 fever is that any serious...? Please tell me ASAP.. Thanks in advance

My daughter age 3.8 she has a chicken pox dots on body on head on hand on legs fluid dots,itching, radish red think.. please Just ask taking any medicine or not

My manager had rashed yesterday today evening he is diagnosed with chicken pox, so I was interacting with him for the 2 days so afraid of getting chicken pox and also I am with my husband so fear of him getting exposed too

Is there any effective treatment available for chicken pox? My sister has been showing symptoms for the past 5 days and appears to be prone to this disease. What immediate steps should we take, and which specialist should we consult?

Could you please tell the name of the antibiotics that I can use for the fast curing of chicken/small pox?

I've been feeling dizziness along with bad headache and stomach pain since 3 days and my frnd whom I've been in direct contact with has been affected by chicken pox day before is it symptoms of the same or am I facing some other problems

So I had this severe chicken pox when I was in my 9th garde and from that 2 or 3 years later I discovered that I have shingles. Now in my area there are cases of chicken pox and I don't know but I think my shingles got activated. So is it shingles or am I having chicken pox again?

I have active chicken pox but i have used salicylic acid face wash to wash my face. Can i develop any other symptom coz of that

Mujhe mere chicken pox scars ke baare me janna hai ye deep scars hai ya light, mere chicken pox scars ko 1 month se jyada ho gya aur mai av opexa gel cream aur scabery bed sore cream lga rhi hu

Now I had chicken pox what to do for that to cure faster and food to take and what should not take suggestions

Fever since 5 days. Been taking patacetamol since 5 days. Diagnosed with chicken pox. Do i need to do any more tests to check for anycomplication? What recommendations do you suggest?

I had chicken pox last year in 2025,june which last for 2-3 weeks but again this in 2025,june i am again facing some symptoms like one pimple on my chest and two red spots on my back

I had got chicken pox in my childhood, they have left deep scars on my face. Which treatment is best for a 18 year old boy and can see results soon.

My son is 16 months. He's got chicken pox yesterday. Consulted with paediatrician today as last night he got some spots in the body. He had 2-3 days back only but thought it was mosquito 🦟 bites. Want to know about his diet ,bath & clothes to wear. He's cranky doesn't want to eat food.

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