Chicken Pox Treatments – Which one do you need?
In this article, we explain a bit about what Chicken Pox is and what treatments are available to treat the very common viral condition.
What is Chicken Pox?
Chickenpox is a prevalent and generally mild ailment that affects the majority of children at one time or another.
The condition results in a rash of itchy, red spots that transform into fluid-filled blisters. These blisters eventually form scabs that crust over and ultimately fall off.
The number of spots varies among children; some may have only a few, while others could experience spots covering their entire body. These spots are most commonly found on the face, ears, and scalp, as well as under the arms, on the chest and abdomen, and on the arms and legs.
Chickenpox Treatment Overview
Although chickenpox is generally regarded as a mild condition in children, it can cause significant discomfort and irritability during its course. In the first few days of the illness, your child may experience a fever. The spots associated with chickenpox can be extremely itchy.
Over-the-Counter Remedies for Chickenpox
While there isn’t a specific treatment for chickenpox, several over-the-counter pharmacy solutions can help alleviate symptoms. If you’re in Wales, we can treat Chicken Pox for FREE under the Wales Common Ailments Scheme. Please be sure to enquire about this in one of our Welsh Stores.
Paracetamol
Calpol Infant Suspension brings down high temperatures and relieves pain in most babies over 2 months and children up to 6 years. Shop Calpol Now.
Calamine Lotion
Care Calamine Lotion relieves the symptoms of mild sunburn and other minor skin conditions, like Chicken Pox. Shop Calamine Now.
Soothing Mousse and Creams
PoxClin CoolMousse – relieves the itch and helps prevent scars from Chicken Pox. Shop PoxClin Now.
Recovery and Healing Process
For the majority of children, the blisters will crust over and naturally fall off within one to two weeks.
Consulting a Doctor for Chickenpox
While chickenpox is typically a mild illness that resolves by itself in most children, some may experience more severe symptoms and require medical attention.
Immediately contact your doctor if your child exhibits any unusual symptoms, including:
- Infected skin blisters
- Chest pain or difficulty breathing
Chicken Pox Treatments in a Knights Store near you
As always, we’re not too far away from you, and you can visit us for free advice on chicken pox treatments at any time.
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This post was written on behalf of Knights Pharmacy by Pharmacy Mentor
