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Hi doc, One of my flatmates has been detected with chicken pox. Is it better for me to take chicken pox vaccination as a precaution? (I have suffered with chicken pox once already)

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Good morning. Since you have yourself suffered from chicken pox so no need for any vaccine ...  Read More

Need vaccination for adults on chicken pox. My child is suffering from it. What is the best way of precautions?

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Please Wear mask to avoid cross infections As you already are in close contact with infected person, vaccination won't work at present ...  Read More

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My roommate has been diagnosed with chicken pox today and I have never got chicken pox. Is there any vaccination available in noida. I would like to prevent myself from contracting it.

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Greetings. Yes, please see a qualified dermatologist or a physician and they'll administer the vaccine to you. Also, you can take chemoprophylaxis treatment as advised by them as the vaccine may not s ...  Read More

Need to know clinic nearby in JP nagar or Jayanagar where, Chicken pox vaccination would be provided.

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But why Your age 27 ...  Read More

Me and my husband want to take chicken pox vaccination as we have come in encounter of chicken pox affected person .please let me know where we can take up the vaccination and what should be done to prevent getting the disease My age 27 Husband age 29

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First you should get your igG levels for chicken pox tested. If you have enough antibody levels then vaccination is not required . Also if you or your partner have had chicken pox before and your immu ...  Read More

My room mate is suffering from chicken pox however we stay in different room , do I need to get vaccination to prevent this

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Ideally the vaccine should be taken within 3 to 5 days of exposure. However it is still advised to get varicella vaccination if you've no prior history of chicken pox. ...  Read More

I never had chicken pox till now. Although I have taken vaccination once in 2010.But after reasarch i found that you need two shots Do I need to get two shots now or one shot is enough?

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Hi..... vaccine is very effective. Two doses of the vaccine are about 98% effective at preventing chickenpox. Some people who are vaccinated against chickenpox may still get the disease. However, it i ...  Read More

Dear Sir May I know chicken pox vaccine is good or bad for the kids health.what are merits & demerits of this vaccination Can you please advise

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Take chiken pox vacinatn betwen 12 to 15 mnths ...  Read More

Can a person be affected by chicken pox, even if he/she has taken the chicken pox vaccination.

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Yes. This is called breakthrough varicella. Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice ...  Read More

I m 30 years old.have no child.Had one miscarriage 6 months back.i want to know after how many days of taking the chicken pox vaccination i can try for pregnency. I got the first dose on 16th june and second dose on 17th july.

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Minimum waiting period 1-3 month ...  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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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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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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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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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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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?

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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?

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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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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

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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?

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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

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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

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

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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

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

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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?

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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

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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.

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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.

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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

I have 4 months old baby. My house help's daughter had chicken pox ..She did not tell us .today she is saying that her daughter will " take bath".I don't what is it.. Now I am beyond scared .My baby has laryngomalacia and she was in NICU due to Bronchiolitis when she was ,1 months..what should I do now..? How dangerous it is?

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Greetings it can be transmitted to the child in that scenario if the child well needs to start medicine. Don't worry it's not so serious ...  Read More

Chicken pox symptoms shown on this week Wednesday and till today most of are dry Few are water filled pimple. I am asking how long it's takes to cure and recovery so he can do normal activities and go outside.

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14 days ...  Read More

My son 6yrs old and 2.5 yrs old got chicken pox.What to do .Which medicine need to give .What kind of food need to give .

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Book an online consultation for evaluation. ...  Read More

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