Chickenpox

Question: Chickenpox? Why don't Chickenpox spreads like common fever ?. Does it mean that those who have higher body defence system overcome chickenpox ? Also heard it wont affect those who once underwent chickenpox.

Answer: My daughter who is now 17 had the classic chicken pox at 2 yrs 9 months. She had not had the vaccine because it was new and I had planned on having her vaccinated at her next check up. Within the next 3 yrs she had chicken pox 3 more times. There are 43 types of chicken pox so after her 4th bout (thankfully none were serious) she was vaccinated and hasn't had them since. My son (3 yrs old) was vaccinated very young and has never had them. My older brother (46) has had chicken pox (different types) 6 times in his life and his doctor says that the vaccine won't help him. It does spread quickly but most often people just feel run down, slight fever and don't have any noticeable skin changes. One type my daughter had she had tiny white bumps on her ankles and feet and a fever and no appetite. I took her to the doctor for the fever that was 101 and no appetite and the doctor noticed the bumps. Most people don't even realize they have it. Once you have one specific type you will not get that type again.

Question: What are the odds of catching chickenpox at 33? The doctor has just told me my 10 year old may have chickenpox.I have never had chickenpox as a child and im kind of hoping im immune lol!Shes had the spots for 3 days and the symptoms for the last week,how likely am i to get them?

Answer: odds on, if you ain't had em then you are extremely likely to now.

Question: What is your opinion regarding the chickenpox vaccine for children here in the UK? If I understand correctly the chickenpox vaccine is not available here ROUTINELY in the UK. Part of the reason given by the NHS is that exposure to chickenpox can bolster shingles immunity for adults. 1. Is this a good policy in the eyes of medical experts? Are there any Doctors, Nurses, Health Professionals who can give their opinion - I would be very interested? Do you think it should be offered routinely as part of the child's regular immunisations? 2. Can I still request the vaccine for my child at my GP?

Answer: Hi there, that's right. The chicken pox vaccine is not given as a part of routine childhood vaccinations in the UK as it is in the USA- this is something that may change in the near future, I have heard they want to add it to the MMR. Although the vaccine isn't given routinely, it is still available in the UK- contrary to popular belief. There are two vaccines- Varivax and Varilrix. I don't really see the need for the chicken pox vaccination to be honest. Although chicken pox is symptomatically horrid, there is very minimal risk to health in children. The other childhood vaccinations are justifiable because the illness it protects from can be a big risk to health. You may be able to request the vaccination for your child, some GPs may give it. They may ask you to pay for it. If this is the case they cost around £27-30 and some GPs/practise Nurses may charge a fee to administer it

Question: How can you remove chickenpox spots from your face and body? I had chickenpox since this March and of course it was really itchy and now, the bursted spots of chickenpox are all over my face and my body!They look quite ugly to me.Please help! Thank You

Answer: as long the chicken pox bursted spots are not result as scar yet, all u need just take care of it ( dont scratch it ) and give some ointment to dry it full ( no redness is the sign ) then patiently wait till it tear it self. chicken pox bursted spot is deep inside skin and flesh. so healing need time to back to before. trust me. i m sure u never experience my sorrow when i got chicken pox when i still got exam and need to wear mask to avoid scarying people there.maybe people still will assume something wrong when i using mask,but at least they not see my face at that time.,

Question: what does the beginning stages of chickenpox look like in a toddler? My 2 year old was exposed to chickenpox 2 weeks ago and today I noticed two red splotchy spots above his left nipple and three TINY red acne looking spots on his belly. None seem to be itching, he has no fever, is acting fine otherwise. He has had the chickenpox vaccine as well.

Answer: if the spots continue to come throughout the next few weeks than yes it probably is chicken pox it wont come overnight and it takes time to develop so the fever would come a little later when there is more spots just keep an eye out

Question: How do I make the spots from chickenpox wear off sooner? I've had chickenpox for about four days now, the blisters have now broken and I've got bumps which are getting black, God they're so ugly. I'd like to get rid of them soon cause I have to go to university next week. I take a shower once and wash my face twice a day. How can I make these spots go away sooner?

Answer: The best thing to do is let the scabs fall off naturally. If you try to hurry the process, it can lead to scarring. I know it's unsightly, but after the scabs form, it doesn't take too long for them to start shedding.

Question: What is the best way to remove chickenpox scars/marks? Aside from going for a medical surgery, is there any other way to remove chickenpox scars/marks?

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Question: How many times can a child with a low immune system catch the chickenpox? My just got over the chickenpox in December.Can she catch them again 2 years later and then get over them and then another 2-3 years catch them again and so on and so on?

Answer: 1

Question: Is there a chickenpox vaccine for adults in the philippines? I commonly read in internet about vaccination against chickenpox for children and im wodering if there is vaccination for adults also coz my housemate have chickenpox and im worrying it will spread to us! Im not sure if i took the shot when i was young tho :-( You can IM me also if you know the answer to my question. Thanks!

Answer: I supposed so. We in Indonesia have it, so i believe your country have it too. We use Varilix by GSK. Twice, with a month interval. But you better consult your doctor, since i don't think you can take them now, when your housemate are infected. GBU.

Question: How can i get rid of chickenpox pits? Im sixteen years old and i got chickenpox six months ago and it left me with some these pits on both sides of my cheeks and the rest my body is there anything i can do to take the marks away or to improve them?

Answer: If you picked them or scratched them they will never go away they are permanent marks. I got the chicken pox when I was 16 and i scratched one for the bumps not knowing what it was.. I'm now 44 and the mark is still there.