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Suffering With Chickenpox, Has Low Appetite, Refuses To Drink. At What Point Should She Seek Medical Attention?
Hi My five year old daughter has chickenpox . She is refusing to eat or drink and I am concerned about her becoming dehydrated. At what point should I seek medical attention if she continues to drink very little? Her rash seems to be most painful around her vagina and I would also like to know whether there are any specific gels for this area? Kind regards
Wed, 23 Jan 2013
Hello I have gone through your complaints. It's good that you are trying to maintain her hydration status . If the lesions are more painful then you need to give paracatamol which acts as allergic. For a better soothing effect for the skin lesions you need to apply calamine lotion which decreases the pain and itching. If the lesions are more severe and if your child is not taking anything orally then it's better you meet your doctor. Give her oral rehydration solution ORS to maintain adequate urine output.
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In chickenpox management is symptomatic.
I advise you to apply calamine lotion 2 to 3 times a day.give antihistamine like benadryl in prescribed dosage.hydration is to be maintained give her plenty of fluids.simple bland diet.
In case symptoms persist get pediatric consultation to rule out any secondary bacterial infection.
Wishing your daughter good health
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Thanks for your query
In chickenpox management is symptomatic.
I advise you to apply calamine lotion 2 to 3 times a day.give antihistamine like benadryl in prescribed dosage.hydration is to be maintained give her plenty of fluids.simple bland diet.
In case symptoms persist get pediatric consultation to rule out any secondary bacterial infection.
Wishing your daughter good health
God bless
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