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Is a 78 year old person at risk mixing with someone with chickenpox?
If the older adult has had chickenpox or the vaccine, there is no additional risk from exposure to chickenpox. If not, the person should avoid contact with the chickenpox patient.
Are there certain medications that someone with chickenpox should stay away from such as Benadryl?
A child with chickenpox should avoid aspirin.
Can you take acetaminophen if you have chickenpox?
All children with chickenpox should avoid aspirin. If a child can safely take acetaminophen, s/he can do so when s/he has chickenpox.
How long should a patient on chemo avoid someone who had chickenpox vaccine?
Normally, a patient on chemo doesn't need to avoid someone who had chickenpox vaccine. Talk with your health care provider for advice specific to your situation.
Is frequent bathing dangerous if you have chickenpox?
There is no harm in bathing as often as you like when you have chickenpox, as long as you avoid shivering or increasing your body temperature too high.
Can you use soap and shampoo when you have chickenpox?
It would be better to avoid the use of cleansers with acids while you have chickenpox. Use a gentle cleanser and pat dry instead.
When can you work after having chickenpox?
You are no longer contagious once all chickenpox lesions have scabbed over. Prior to this, you should remain at home to avoid infecting others.
Is it safe to use tenston for a 1 year old with chickenpox?
No! Tenston contains aspirin. Children with chickenpox should avoid aspirin to prevent Reyes syndrome. Use acetaminophen/paracetamol only!
How do you stay away from a person infected with chickenpox?
Don't get too close to them and try to avoid them as much as possible.
How can you avoid being infected with chickenpox while attending to an infected patient at home?
Chickenpox vaccine is the best option for avoiding chickenpox while caring for someone who is infected. Given within five days of exposure, it can lower the risk of infection. Contact your healthcare provider today.
What is chickenpox RNA?
There is no chickenpox RNA; chickenpox is a DNA virus.
Can you test positive if you had chickenpox vaccine but never had chickenpox?
A person with a history of chickenpox or history of chickenpox vaccine will typically have a positive antibody test for chickenpox.
