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What are the symptoms of chicken pox and what measures should be taken to fight against it?
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1.Fever, headache,Sore throat 2.Multiple red,itchy skin rashesOver scalp, face ,abdomen, back and extremities appearing in crops and forming blisters and subsequent crust Treatment 1. Remain confined to a separate room since it is infectious 2.Take paracetamol 500mg, one tablet sos upto a maximum of three tablets daily after food if there is fever 2.Apply Calamine lotion/Dermocalm if there is itching 3.Take good nourishing diet and drink plenty of water 3. Chicken Pox takes 2 week time for complete recovery,so take rest 4. Consult doctor if there are any symptoms Prevention Chicken pox vaccine is available
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