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In most cases, it is enough to keep children comfortable while their own bodies fight the illness. Oatmeal baths in lukewarm water provide a crusty, comforting coating on the skin. An oral antihistamine can help to ease the itching, as can topical lotions. Lotions containing ant...[read article]
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Tests for Chicken Pox
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Tzanck preparation is a rapid test done to diagnose infections caused by herpesviruses. Cells are examined under a microscope for signs of infection. More
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical ex... More
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Chicken Pox Immunoglobulin G (IgG) antibody test
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Chicken Pox Immunoglobulin M (IgM) Antibody Test
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ELISA stands for enzyme-linked immunoassay. It is a commonly used laboratory test to detect antibodies in the blood. More
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Immunoassay for Detection of Antibody to Infectious Agent
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A skin culture is a laboratory test to look for and identify disease-causing substances in a sample of skin. It is called a mucosal culture if the sample involves t... More
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Viral Culture Test
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The skin lesion KOH exam is a test to diagnose a fungal infection of the skin. More
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Prescribed Medications for Chicken Pox
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ACYCLOVIR (ay SYE kloe veer) is an antiviral medicine. It is used to treat or prevent infections caused by certain kinds of viruses. Examples of these infections in... More
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DIPHENHYDRAMINE (dye fen HYE dra meen) is an antihistamine. It is used to treat the symptoms of an allergic reaction. It is also used to treat Parkinson's dise... More
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VALACYCLOVIR (val ay SYE kloe veer) is an antiviral medicine. It is used to treat or prevent infections caused by certain kinds of viruses. Examples of these infect... More
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Antiviral; prodrug of penciclovir; nucleoside derived from guanine. More
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IMMUNE GLOBULIN (im MUNE GLOB yoo lin) helps to prevent or reduce the severity of certain infections in patients who are at risk. This medicine is collected from th... More
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Over the Counter Medications for Chicken Pox
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DIPHENHYDRAMINE (dye fen HYE dra meen) is an antihistamine. It is used to treat the symptoms of an allergic reaction. It is also used to treat Parkinson's dise... More
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Self Care for Chicken Pox
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Bathing in Oatmeal Bath
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Apply Warm Compresses
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Soak Affected Area in Warm Water
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This feature is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the care and information received from your healthcare provider. Please consult a healthcare professional with any health concerns you may have.
