Chicken pox vaccine

Chicken pox is another skin bacterium which is quite dangerous when infected by a child or an adult. Generally, the chicken pox is affected in people during the summers when the heat is high. There is high fever and children refuse to eat.

In small children, the discomfort factor is very high. Adequate rest, isolation and lots of liquids are recommended during the disease. The blisters on the body also spurt a liquid which needs to be cleaned with proper hygiene.

Sometimes owing to scratching, the chicken pox can leave a scar. Hence it is best to get the vaccination done for chicken pox.

Pediatricians will advice the single dose after a year. There are two types of doses available. There is one available without the side effect of fever. This is a personal choice but the fever subsides in a day or two.

The vaccine is a weakened form of the virus but tested and safe. It is also known as Varicella vaccine. If the child has an allergic condition to gelatin or is undergoing some remedy for a major health problem, the vaccine will not be advised by the doctor. You can seek maximum assurance to all your queries with your health doctor.

- Author Parenting expert: Ms Kamakshi Gupte.

Disclaimer: The author’s articles are provided for general information. Please consult your doctor or pediatrician for further information or treatment.

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