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20 DIY Home Remedies For Chickenpox

home remedy for chickenpoxChickenpox is a highly contagious infection caused by the varicella zoster virus. This itchy skin rash turns to blisters as it spreads over the entire body. Other symptoms include fatigue, fever, and loss of appetite.

Chickenpox usually lasts 7–10 days and passes through 3 distinct phases. During the first phase that lasts about 3 days, the skin breaks out in red bumps. For roughly 3 more days, those bumps fill with pus and turn into blisters. During the third stage, those blisters pop, drain, and form scabs.

Chickenpox can happen to people of any age, but it most commonly afflicts children under 12. Pregnant women and those with weak immune systems are also more prone to contract the illness. While the varicella zoster virus is the primary cause, the disease can also be spread through physical contact and inhalation.

The best way to prevent chickenpox is to get vaccinated. The disease usually runs its course and heals without medical treatment, but there are ways to make the symptoms more bearable. Ready to find out what they are? Let’s get started!

Home Remedies for Chickenpox:

How to cure chickenpox naturally? Try these natural, safe and cost affordable home remedies for chickenpox which gives long lasting results or relief.

1. Baking Soda for Chickenpox

Baking soda restores the skin’s acid/alkaline balance and proper pH levels, relieving the severe itching associated with chickenpox.chic

Process 1:

  • Mix ½ teaspoon of baking soda into a glass of water.
  • Use this mixture to give the patient a sponge bath.
  • Allow the solution to dry on the skin.
  • Repeat regularly.

 Process 2:

  • Mix ½ cup of baking soda into a warm bath.
  • Have bath with that water.
  • Note: You can also mix in normal water instead of warm water.

 2. Indian Lilac or Neem Leaves

Indian Lilac, or neem, or margosa is antiviral. It fights with the virus that cause chickenpox while relieving itching. Neem is always considered as magnificent herb that contains immunomodulatory, anti-hyperglycaemic, anti-inflammatory, anti-malarial, antiviral, antioxidant, anti-ulcer, antimutagenic and anti-carcinogenic properties.

Process:

  • Fan the patient with neem fronds.
  • Or Hang neem fronds around the patient’s bed.
  • Or Add fresh neem leaves to the patient’s bathwater.
  • Or Crush handful of fresh neem leaves, mix them with water to make a paste, and apply to chickenpox.
  • Leave on 5 minutes, then rinse with water. Do not use this remedy on children

3. Honey

Honey is naturally antiviral and anti-inflammatory. It kills the virus that causes chickenpox while reducing itching, redness, and pain. It also prevent scars when applied regularly. Therefore, it is one of the best home remedies for chickenpox scars as well.

Process:

  • Apply it to chickenpox in a thin layer.
  • Leave it on 20-30 minutes and rinse with water.
  • Repeat this process 3-4 times a day.

4. Carrot and Coriander

Carrots and coriander are rich in vitamins A and C and other nutrients needed to strengthen the immune system. You can use them in soups to treat the infection. Do you want chickenpox treatment at home? Try this remedy for chickenpox!

Process:

  • Boil a pot of water and add 1 cup of chopped carrots and 1 ½ cups of coriander leaves.
  • Reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and strain.
  • Drink once a day for a month.
  • Note: You can also eat boiled carrots and coriander leaves

5. Oatmeal Bath

Oatmeal is antiviral and anti-inflammatory. It relieves pain and itching while helping to combat the virus that causes chickenpox. It also helps prevent post-chickenpox scarring.

Process:

  • Grind 2 cups of oatmeal into a fine powder.
  • Stir into 2 liters of water and let sit 15 minutes.
  • Pour oatmeal into cloth bag and tie tightly.
  • Put bag into bathwater and swish around until bath becomes milky.
  • Soak into bath water for 15 minutes to get relief from itching.
  • Repeat regularly.
  • Or You can directly add 2cups of oat meal powder in bath tub and soak for 15 minutes.

For better results, add the following essential oils to the oatmeal bath:

  • 4 drops Lavender Oil
  • 2 drops Tea Tree Oil
  • 2 drops Naouli Oil
  • 4 drops Roman Chamomile Oil
  • 2 drops Clove Oil
  • 2 drops Rosemary Oil

6. Brown Vinegar

Brown vinegar contains acetic acid that kills the virus that cause chickenpox. It also dries out blisters so they’ll go away faster

Process:

  • Add 1 cup of brown vinegar to lukewarm bathwater.
  • Mix well and soak for 10 minutes to heal lesions and prevent scars.
  • Note: Instead of soaking you can directly take bath with that water.

7. Aloe Vera

Aloe vera is natural healing, antiviral and anti-inflammatory, and it heals and moisturizes skin to prevent scars.

Process:

  • Cut open a fresh aloe vera leaf and apply the gel directly to chickenpox.
  • Let it absorb and dry completely.
  • Apply regularly to cure chickenpox.

8. Basil

Basil contains a anesthetic agent called eugenol, which relieves itching and irritation while killing virus that cause infection.

Process:

  • Boil water and stir in a handful of fresh basil leaves.
  • Reduce heat and let simmer 3 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and let steep at least 10 minutes.
  • Strain and store in refrigerator.
  • Soak a washcloth in the basil-infused water and apply to chickenpox.
  • Store the remaining water in refrigerator for further usage.
  • Follow this once a day to treat chickenpox.

9. Epsom Salt

Epsom salt is a mineral compound that contains magnesium and sulfate, which relieve pain and inflammation.

Process 1:

  • Add 2 cups of epsom salt to a warm bath.
  • Mix it well until Epsom salt dissolved completely.
  • Soak for 15 minutes then pat dry gently.
  • Soak regularly until you get relief from chickenpox and its symptoms.

Process 2:

  • Mix 2 cups of epsom salt into 1 gallon of warm water.
  • Soak a clean cloth and wring excess water.
  • Apply it to chickenpox and leave on until cool.
  • Repeat several times a day to get rid of chickenpox.

10. Jasmine

Thai people have been using jasmine as a chickenpox remedy for centuries.

Process 1:

  • Place jasmine tea bag in a cup and pour hot water.
  • Let steep for 10 minutes and drink.
  • Drink t his tea 2 – 4 times a day regularly.

Process 2:

  • Grind dried jasmine into powder.
  • Mix with 1 cup rice water.
  • Add mixture to warm bath tub.
  • Soak for ten minutes and gently pat dry your skin.
  • Repeat regularly.

11. Thieves Oil Bath

Thieves oil is a blend of cinnamon, clove, lemon, eucalyptus, and rosemary oils—is antiseptic, antiviral, and antiviral. These oils kill the virus that cause chickenpox.

Process:

  • Add 3 drops each of thieves oil, melaleuca oil, and lavender oil to ¼ cup of epsom salt.
  • Let the oils absorb into the epsom salt for 30 minutes.
  • Add the oil-infused epsom salt to a warm bath and soak 15 minutes.
  • After soaking pat dry the skin with clean towel.
  • Repeat daily.

12. Ginger

Ginger relieves itching.

Process 1:

  • Boil 1 cup of water and stir in 1 teaspoon peeled and minced ginger root.
  • Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, strain, and stir in 1 tablespoon each of honey and lemon juice.
  • Drink 2 to 3 times a day to prevent chickenpox.

Process 2:

  • Add ¼ to ½ cup powdered ginger to a warm bath.
  • Soak for at least 20 minutes.
  • Pat dry the skin after bath.

13. Sandalwood Oil

Sandalwood oil and turmeric (also used in this process) are antiviral and antiviral. They helps kill the virus that cause chickenpox while relieving inflammation and itching.

Process:

  • Mix 3-7 drops of sandalwood oil with 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder to make a paste.
  • Apply paste to chickenpox and leave on 30 minutes.
  • Rinse with water and pat dry.
  • Apply regularly to treat chickenpox.
  • Optional: replace sandalwood oil with vitamin E oil.

14. Herbal Teas

These herbal teas strengthen the immune system to help fight off chickenpox. They also function as mild sedatives, relieving pain, irritation, and itching. Choose one herb from the list, or mix two or three.

Herbs:

  • Lemon Balm
  • Echinacea
  • John’s Wart
  • Ginger
  • Holy Basil
  • Chamomile
  • Marigold
  • Burdock
  • Pau d’Arco

Process:

  • Boil a cup of water and stir in 1 tablespoon of your herb of choice.
  • Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and let steep 10 minutes.
  • Strain and drink.
  • Optional: Add lemon juice or honey or cinnamon powder as per your preference.
  • Drink 3 times a day.

15. Marigolds

Marigold or calendula flowers are antiviral and anti-inflammatory. They kill the virus that cause chickenpox while reducing itching, swelling, and redness. They also stimulate the production of collagen, which helps heal skin faster.

Process:

  • Add 2 tablespoons of marigold flowers and 1 teaspoon of witch hazel leaves to 1 cup of water.
  • Let them soak overnight.
  • In the morning, strain the water.
  • Grind the soaked herbs to make a paste.
  • Apply paste to chickenpox and leave on until dry.
  • Rinse off with water.
  • Repeat daily.

16. Tea Tree Oil

Tea tree oil is antiviral. It kills the virus that causes chickenpox. Do not apply it directly to skin undiluted.

Process 1:

  • Mix 4 drops tea tree oil with 1 tablespoon of any olive, almond, or coconut oil.
  • Use a cotton ball to apply the mixture to chickenpox.
  • Leave on 10 minutes, then wipe with clean wet cloth.
  • Repeat regularly.
  • Note: If you have more sensitive skin add more carrier oil and less tea tree oil.

Process 2:

  • Add a few drops of tea tree oil to a warm bath water.
  • Take a bath or soak for few minutes.

17. Homemade Anti-Itch Cream

The essential oils in this recipe have antiviral and anti-fungal properties that help kill the chickenpox virus and soothe skin.

Ingredients:

  • Baking soda – 1 teaspoon
  • Fine sea salt – 1 teaspoon
  • Bentonite clay – 2 teaspoons
  • Witch hazel – 1 tablespoon
  • Lavender oil – 5 drops
  • Tea tree oil – 2 drops
  • Peppermint oil – 5 drops
  • Ravensara oil – 3 drops
  • Naouli oil – 2 drops
  • Clove oil – 2 drops
  • Rosemary oil – 1 drop

Process:

  • Mix all ingredients in a blender or food processor.
  • Apply mixture to on the rashes and blisters to get relief from the itching.
  • Repeat 3 times a day.

18. Green Peas

Green peas reduce itching and scars.

Process:

  • Put 200 gms of green peas in a soup pot and cover them with water.
  • Boil until peas are soft.
  • Strain and set water aside.
  • Crush peas into a paste.
  • Apply paste to chickenpox.
  • Leave on 60-90 minutes.
  • Rinse with water.
  • Now sponge with the water you set aside after boiling.
  • Repeat regularly.

19. Vitamin D

A University of London study found a link between UV levels and the prevalence of the varicella zoster virus. The study shows that chickenpox is less common in tropical countries, where it is sunny year-round than it is in places with cold-dark winters. The sun’s rays strengthen the immune system and help kill the virus that causes chickenpox. Follow this Go outside for a few minutes in the morning and evening, when the sun’s light is less harsh, and take vitamin D supplements. But make sure that not to go for sun exposure if you have active lesions on the skin, as this will turn the chickenpox blisters into scars.

20. Diet

A healthy diet flushes toxins from the body and provides all the vitamins, minerals, and enzymes the immune system needs to fight the chickenpox virus.

  • Eat plenty of raw fresh fruits and vegetables. They provide phyto-nutrients required to strengthen the immune system.
  • Get plenty of vitamin A and vitamin C.
  • Eat chicken soup and vegetable broth to strengthen your immune system.
  • Make smoothies with kale, beet, broccoli, elderberries, cherries, blackberries, cabbage and drink regular to prevent the chickenpox and its scars.
  • Limit your consumption of meat, breads, and dairy products other than yogurt.
  • Avoid sweet, salty, spicy, greasy, and processed foods.
  • Drink at least 8 glasses of water, herbal tea, and organic fruit and vegetable juices a day to cleanse the body and boost the immune system.

Tips for Preventing and Treating Chickenpox:

  • Avoid scratching. This causes infection and scarring. Wear gloves at night to prevent scratching. Also clip lip your nails.
  • Use a cold compress to relieve itching and discomfort.
  • Use calamine lotion on the spots.
  • If you have chickenpox sores in your mouth, eat a soft, bland diet.
  • Get plenty of rest.
  • Stay home as much as possible to avoid spreading the virus.
  • Always keep your skin clean by taking sponge baths once or twice a day to keep the scabs and blisters clean and free from infection.
  • If you have mouth sores, gargle with saltwater (1/2 teaspoon of salt mixed in a cup of warm water) to relieve pain and prevent infection.
  • If rashes become warm or painful, or if they spread to the eyes, or if they are accompanied by dizziness, disorientation, rapid heartbeat, tremors, stiff neck, worsening cough, shortness of breath, loss of muscle co-ordination, vomiting, or a fever greater than 103˚F (39.4˚C), contact a doctor immediately.
  • If anyone in your home has a deficient immune system, or is under the age of 6 months, call a doctor.

These remedies are safe and do not cause side-effects. Try them all and let us know which ones worked best for you.

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Rajee Datti

Hi everyone, this is Rajee!

I live the beautiful city of Baltimore, where my husband works.

I’m from India. I have been visiting India on and off for past few years and my mom was an inspiration for me to start this site. She has a wealth of knowledge on home remedies for a large number of health problems, and we grew up in an environment where frequent visits to the doctor just wasn’t logistically or financially feasible.

Despite this, she managed to raise a family of healthy kids, and my goal here at Home Remedies for Life is to pass on some of her knowledge of natural remedies.

Comments

  1. dibyamshu says

    June 23, 2016 at 11:30 am

    Can i broke chicken pox while bathing

    Reply
    • Admin says

      June 24, 2016 at 5:16 pm

      No, It is not recommended to break chicken pox as it leaves a scar behind which is very tough to get rid of.

      Reply
    • sameena says

      March 18, 2017 at 9:22 am

      No, pls don’t do that!!!!

      Reply
  2. arjun says

    July 1, 2016 at 4:51 pm

    Can I take bath if chiken pox came

    Reply
    • Admin says

      July 4, 2016 at 5:47 pm

      Yes, it is safe to take. In fact bathing with lukewarm water can provide relief from itching.

      Reply
  3. Apoorva singh says

    July 11, 2016 at 6:30 pm

    How to treat it quickly ?

    Reply
    • Admin says

      August 3, 2016 at 2:46 pm

      Home remedies take time to show the results. So be patient and try until you achieve the results.

      Reply
  4. King says

    August 30, 2016 at 10:05 pm

    Do I need to wash clear water after soothing in a tub of water with baking soda or oatmeal before drying up?

    Reply
    • Admin says

      September 6, 2016 at 3:20 pm

      Yes, you have to bath normally after soaking up. If you are interested in bathing after they ingredient dries up, no problem you can do it as well.

      Reply
  5. King says

    August 30, 2016 at 10:07 pm

    It is safe to use this remedies even if blisters are still fresh?

    Reply
    • Admin says

      September 1, 2016 at 4:17 pm

      No, please don’t use them if the blisters are fresh. Don’t scratch them as they leave a scar.

      Reply
  6. renato says

    September 13, 2016 at 3:56 am

    Hi I really need your help like RIGHT NOW! The blisters is starting to get out now. I’m gonna have a bath with boiled guava leaves and brown vinegar, I’ve scratched accidentally the one on my face. I’ve had a fever last night and took a paracetamol for my fever I don’t think it’s aspirin. I’m 22. Please help me. I’m freaking out. I’m a guy. Please heeeeeeelp me. Thank you.

    Reply
    • Admin says

      September 14, 2016 at 3:44 pm

      Scratching chicken pox blister leaves a scar behind. These scars are quite stubborn. It requires lot of patience to reduce their appearance. We have mentioned various methods to reduce the appearance of chicken pox scars. Remember the above methods are not for chicken pox blisters so if the blister is still fresh then avoid application of any remedy. For reducing chicken pox scars, you can try any method mentioned above in the article. Apart from that exfoliate and moisturize the scars regularly.

      Reply
  7. Bryan says

    November 30, 2016 at 2:01 pm

    Is there anything u can use to help prevent chickenpox from spreading

    Reply
    • Admin says

      December 3, 2016 at 8:36 am

      Yes, you can try neem, oatmeal bath, baking soda or Epsom salt methods.

      Reply
      • crystal says

        December 16, 2016 at 10:23 pm

        Thank u so much gonna go buy some stuff for my son

        Reply
  8. lunga says

    December 18, 2016 at 9:59 am

    hi am having chicken pox for three days now and i have sore throat.I only applied calamine lotion.I need help cant eat as my throat is painful

    Reply
    • Admin says

      December 19, 2016 at 8:36 am

      Drink a cup of ginger tea 2 – 3 times in a day to get relief from the sore throat. For treating chicken pox, you can try any method mentioned in the above article.

      Reply
  9. Ojegun stina says

    December 19, 2016 at 3:18 pm

    Pls how do I make the chicken pox scar disappear

    Reply
    • Admin says

      December 21, 2016 at 7:00 am

      Here are the remedies that help to reduce the appearance of chicken pox scars – http://homeremediesforlife.com/chicken-pox-scars/

      Reply
  10. Nasreen says

    December 20, 2016 at 2:36 pm

    Hi, I’m a mother of 1year old baby girl, is that ok if i breastfeed her, n how do I prevent her catching chicken pox from me

    Reply
    • Admin says

      December 22, 2016 at 9:54 am

      If you are suffering from chickenpox, your baby can’t be infected with the chickenpox virus through your breast milk. And if you still have blisters on your skin, your baby could develop chickenpox if he/she comes into direct contact with your chickenpox blisters. So, it is better to avoid breastfeeding.

      Reply
  11. Shehnaz Jiwani says

    December 22, 2016 at 11:12 am

    Hi my daughter is suffering from chken from past two days n when cn i make her bath

    Reply
    • Admin says

      December 24, 2016 at 5:34 am

      It is perfectly safe to bath during chickenpox. In fact, bathing with lukewarm water helps to provide relief from itching. So, you can let her bath daily.

      Reply
  12. Hemang Mohan says

    December 26, 2016 at 10:23 am

    Hi,
    Many of my friends have got chicken pox this pat week. I started getting blisters today morning. Is there anything that I need to specifically avoid?

    Reply
    • Admin says

      December 27, 2016 at 11:51 am

      Avoid scratching the chicken pox blisters as they can lead to stubborn scars. Drink plenty of water to flush out the toxins and cleanse the immune system. Add plenty of vitamin C and A rich foods into your daily diet. If you have chickenpox accompanied with fever, then consult a doctor immediately.

      Reply
      • Hemang Mohan says

        December 28, 2016 at 6:06 am

        Thanks for your advice..

        Reply
      • Hemang Mohan says

        December 28, 2016 at 6:07 am

        One thing I forgot to ask..
        Is it safe for me to be near my pet dog?

        Reply
  13. Suchita says

    December 26, 2016 at 3:28 pm

    How many days will it take to be fully cured..???

    Reply
    • Admin says

      January 3, 2017 at 1:16 pm

      It depends on the person’s immunity strength. So, try the process regularly with some patience.

      Reply
  14. R chakraborty says

    January 6, 2017 at 2:22 pm

    Can i apply calamine lotion on fresh chickpox blisters during my 3/4 day ? Will it leave any dark spot because of calamine ? Can it be applied on face ? Please inform me

    Reply
    • Admin says

      January 9, 2017 at 9:31 am

      Yes, you can. Applying calamine lotion on chicken pox blisters will reduce the itching and dry out the blisters. It will not leave any dark spots behind.

      Reply
  15. BISHAL says

    January 7, 2017 at 10:54 am

    What kinds of food we can eat when we got chicken pox. We can use our daily food.

    Reply
    • Admin says

      January 9, 2017 at 9:24 am

      Here are the foods you can eat – carrots, cashews, tofu, walnut, egg, ginger, blueberry and beetroot. You can also include vegetables and fruits high in water content. You have to avoid foods like red meat, fried foods, processed and junk food.

      Reply
  16. Jenna Henry says

    January 9, 2017 at 9:25 pm

    I just got it today and I hate it which of these methods can I use since some of them are for scars

    Reply
    • Admin says

      January 10, 2017 at 12:08 pm

      All the remedies mentioned in the article are helpful in treating the chicken pox blisters without leaving a scar behind. So, choose one as per your convenience and try it regularly.

      Reply
  17. Suzanne says

    January 10, 2017 at 7:35 am

    My son has picked some of his chicken pox before he realised what they were. What advise do you have?

    Reply
    • Admin says

      January 10, 2017 at 11:40 am

      Tell him not to scratch the blisters as they leave stubborn scars behind. Let him take bath 2 times in a day with lukewarm water to get relief from itching. Try any above methods to treat the chicken pox. Increase vitamin D content in his diet. Increase water content to flush out the toxins.

      Reply
  18. Mary says

    January 10, 2017 at 9:56 am

    Hi my dota has chicken pox and am very worried , how can i relieve the pain in her eyes and she say she cant hear properly on the left ear , she is getting hospital treatment . what home remedy can i use for the eyes and ears ?

    Reply
    • Admin says

      January 13, 2017 at 11:37 am

      As per your description, your daughter is already under treatment at the hospital. So, it is better to go with whatever doctor suggests.

      Reply
  19. Ashutosh Parida says

    January 12, 2017 at 11:31 am

    Whether intake of oily food is bad for it?
    And intake of medicine is helpful or not?
    Aciclovir Dispersible Tablets IP-prescribed medicine by doctor -what is the effect of this medicine?

    Reply
    • Admin says

      January 17, 2017 at 9:06 am

      Intake of oily food is not good. Drink plenty of water and eat nutrition rich food. We aren’t sure of the effect the tablet has on the virus. Ask your doctor with the medicine interacts with home remedies before trying them.

      Reply
  20. chinna says

    January 13, 2017 at 5:05 am

    is it ok if i wear clothes when chickenpox is in bums stage. will clothes press to bums and make them split

    Reply
    • Admin says

      January 13, 2017 at 11:11 am

      It is ok to wear clothes when you are suffering from chickenpox. Make sure to wear loose fitted cotton clothes. They don’t affect the bums and provide enough air circulation.

      Reply
  21. kaushik naik says

    January 13, 2017 at 10:17 am

    I’ve strtd getng blisters from yesterday..I’ve bursted sm of them on my stomach… Plz suggest me smtng 2 reduce more blisters from developing…
    Can I eat baked or smoked cheak peas

    Reply
    • Admin says

      January 24, 2017 at 7:02 am

      We cannot stop more blisters from developing until the chickenpox virus is treated. So, consult a doctor for antibiotics to kill the virus. Yes, you can eat baked or smoked chick peas.

      Reply
  22. shubharthi says

    January 28, 2017 at 4:54 am

    I’ve been having chicken pox for over 4 days now and the itching is severe.I cannot restrain myself from using my nails to scratch.how can i reduce the terrible itch?I’m 15.

    Reply
    • Admin says

      January 28, 2017 at 10:55 am

      Take a bath with warm water 2 – 3 times in a day for getting relief from the itching. Apart from that, you can apply honey or baking soda paste on the blisters to get relief from the itching, redness and pain.

      Reply
  23. Rosy says

    February 3, 2017 at 4:30 am

    Hii…my hus got chickenpox now the blisters started to appear..am vaccinated two times..our baby vaccinated first dose of this chickenpox two weeks back.is it necessary to keep our child away from him.

    Reply
    • Admin says

      February 4, 2017 at 7:26 am

      Though the child is vaccinated, we recommend to keep you away from the child as the virus causing chicken pox is highly contagious.

      Reply
  24. Bincy says

    February 3, 2017 at 6:04 pm

    Can The other family members in my house use Dettol in water for bathing, as I’m suffering from Chicken pox from today onwards.

    Reply
    • Admin says

      February 4, 2017 at 7:23 am

      Yes, they can.

      Reply
  25. Jake says

    February 6, 2017 at 10:35 am

    I’ve had chicken pox for 3 days now. Liquid-filled blisters are all over my body – from head to toes. You mentioned that applying aloe vera helps dry up the blisters. Can i apply aloe vera at this stage?

    Reply
    • Admin says

      February 7, 2017 at 4:51 am

      Yes, you can apply.

      Reply
  26. Maruthu says

    February 10, 2017 at 8:40 am

    is the chicken pox a fatal disease? Before anybody died.

    Reply
    • Admin says

      February 15, 2017 at 12:23 pm

      Newborn children (less than one month of age) whose mother’s immune system may suffer prolonged or fatal chickenpox. Apart from that, people with weak immune system which includes those who are suffering from HIV, cancer or taking drugs that reduce the efficiency of immune system are prone to risk of chronic chickenpox or shingles.

      Reply
  27. Godspower says

    February 28, 2017 at 8:43 pm

    if I start treating it when I see one spot, will it still come out in numbers??

    Reply
    • Admin says

      March 7, 2017 at 11:34 am

      Nope, you will get blisters till the virus is treated.

      Reply
  28. jerzh says

    March 1, 2017 at 1:00 pm

    is it safe to take antihistamine while the blisters are 2-3 fresh?

    Reply
    • Admin says

      March 2, 2017 at 11:21 am

      We recommend consulting a doctor as it depends on the person’s medical history.

      Reply
  29. Vani y says

    March 3, 2017 at 9:19 am

    Hii mam I’m working as a staff nurse in surgical ward now I got chicken pox from last 2 days plzzz tell me how many days it takes to cure and after recovery shall I work in Dt ward only r other ward for some days

    Reply
    • Admin says

      March 4, 2017 at 8:29 am

      The recovery time depends on the immunity level of your body. So, it is difficult to mention the exact time frame. After the chicken pox is healed, it is better to work in any other ward for few days.

      Reply
  30. Ruchira Godbole says

    March 8, 2017 at 1:45 pm

    Hi,
    I have contracted chicken pox 3 days back. Have consulted a skin specialist and he has prescribed an antiviral medicine and two ointments to be mixed and applied once a day which i have started using..

    Besides that I was checking out fr some home remedies too. Having gone through your replies, I am a bit confused as to which remedies are for blisters and which of them are for the scars. Since, my blisters are still fresh, what is suitable to apply on them?

    Regarding calamine lotion, is it OK to leave on the skin or it has be washed off after a while?

    Reply
    • Admin says

      March 11, 2017 at 12:24 pm

      Actually, the above mentioned remedies can heal the blisters and prevent them from forming scars. So, you can anyone as per your preference. The calamine lotion should be washed after few minutes of application.

      Reply
  31. Kunal says

    March 9, 2017 at 7:50 am

    Im 20 years old affected by chikenpox.. some pimples are came on my palm of hand. Because of this i cant use my left hand properly . What should i do to remove this pimples fast so that i can use hand and prepare for studies.. help me .. thank you .. waiting for responce???

    Reply
    • Admin says

      March 11, 2017 at 12:21 pm

      You can try 1, 7, 8 or 13 method regularly to get relief from the chickenpox. Apart from that, drink plenty of water, increase vitamin C content in your daily diet and get plenty of rest.

      Reply
  32. Ferdinand says

    March 11, 2017 at 10:48 am

    Is it alright to give ampicloxacillin as treatment for Chicken pox? If yes how many dose should be given a day?

    Reply
    • Admin says

      March 11, 2017 at 12:07 pm

      For any queries related antibiotics and its dosage, it is better to consult a doctor.

      Reply
  33. Poonam says

    March 18, 2017 at 4:14 am

    I got infected in my college 2 days back. High fever for 2 days and then sudden appearance of red spots slowly on upper body part. Some of the spots seem to dry whereby new are appearing now on legs and hand. Elders have refused to take bath so I have not taken bath since yesterday. Itching is not much but as whole face, hands and head have spots and blisters so it’s really very tough to put water and wash face.
    Kindly help me what to do as my exams r there after 2 weeks.

    Reply
    • Admin says

      March 20, 2017 at 9:33 am

      Try any remedy mentioned above in the article. Apart from that take rest to support your immune system to fight with the virus causing the chickenpox.

      Reply
  34. piyachat says

    March 18, 2017 at 12:49 pm

    what cause chicken pox?

    Reply
    • Admin says

      March 20, 2017 at 9:29 am

      Chicken pox is caused by varicella zoster virus.

      Reply
  35. neha says

    March 22, 2017 at 11:35 am

    hey i hve heard that using phone while u r having chicken pox can leave marks because of harmful radiation from phone. is it true???

    Reply
    • Admin says

      April 7, 2017 at 4:07 am

      Nope, radiation doesn’t cause any chickenpox scars or affect the disease in any manner. However, make sure you don’t share the phone with other as virus can pass to others.

      Reply
  36. Vishesh V says

    March 24, 2017 at 10:18 pm

    I have chicken pox from 3 days.It is on my face,hands,palms,stomach,back,leg.It does itch a lot,I can’t resist myself from scratching that I can’t sleep too because of this itching.Please tell me which of the remedies should I follow and how to reduce itching.

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    • Admin says

      March 28, 2017 at 7:46 am

      You can try 1, 5, or 8th method mentioned above in the article. Apart from that, you can try homemade anti-itch cream.

      Reply
  37. prit says

    March 25, 2017 at 8:47 pm

    I have developed serious chicken pox all around my body which is resulting into severe itching wat to do to stop it immediately.
    plz help.

    Reply
    • Admin says

      March 28, 2017 at 7:40 am

      You can take lukewarm water bath to reduce the itching. Or you can try 2, 8, 17th method mentioned in the article.

      Reply
  38. Ken says

    March 27, 2017 at 5:34 am

    I’ve noticed red spot are starting to appear all over the body, no blisters yet. Also have sore throat, what should i do at this stage to maybe shorten the period it last. I’ve access to honey,aloe vera and calamine lotion, can i apply one at a time? sort of honey in the morning and calamine lotion at night, please help

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    • Admin says

      March 28, 2017 at 7:02 am

      Yes, you can apply honey in the morning and calamine lotion in the night. Drink plenty of water to flush out the toxins. Eat vitamin c rich foods to boost your immune system. Avoid scratching them as it can leave scars.

      Reply
  39. Sunil moh says

    March 27, 2017 at 4:43 pm

    When to use home remedies? Is it when blisters are there or after they dry up ?

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    • Admin says

      April 3, 2017 at 1:24 pm

      It is when the blisters are there and repeat until they get dried and disappear.

      Reply
  40. Gelie comia says

    April 6, 2017 at 8:08 am

    My daughter suffer from chicken pox .for 6now she cannot eat regularly. And icthing so much at night when can we do .

    Reply
    • Admin says

      April 7, 2017 at 3:53 am

      Let her take a warm bath before going to sleep to reduce the itching and get a good sleep. Apart from that try 2, 3, 4 or 17 method to reduce the itching and blisters.

      Reply
  41. samke says

    April 15, 2017 at 6:44 pm

    Hi Just wanted to thank you this page had been helpful it been 3days since i had chicken pox n i can’T even look at myself it terrible what i’d like to know is since im on antibiotics is it safe to take vitamin C n D suppléments together with médication?

    Reply
    • Admin says

      April 18, 2017 at 5:07 am

      It would be better to ask your doctor whether your prescribed medicines can be taken in combination with vitamin C and vitamin D.

      Reply
      • eillen oppus says

        April 19, 2017 at 12:45 am

        is it really ok to take a bath?
        my daughter is suffering from chicken pox today,, she got it from her cousins in my in-laws house,.what shall i do? what food to eat?

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        • Admin says

          April 19, 2017 at 2:41 pm

          Yes, taking bath helps to reduce the itching. Give her vitamin C, A and immune boosting foods. Let her take plenty of water. And try any process mentioned above to treat the blisters.

          Reply
  42. rohit says

    April 17, 2017 at 8:43 pm

    I have chicken pox for 4days now. I have a severe irritation in my groins. How should I stop that. Because of it I am unable to sleep…
    Plz help me

    Reply
    • Admin says

      April 19, 2017 at 11:37 am

      We recommend consulting a physician to know the reason behind the irritation.

      Reply
  43. pawan says

    April 20, 2017 at 3:52 am

    How many days it take to cure chicken pox with home remedies?

    Reply
    • Admin says

      April 21, 2017 at 12:11 pm

      It depends on the person’s immunity system. For a person with weak immune system can take more time than with a strong immune system. So, apart from following topical remedies, include immune boosting foods in your daily diet routine.

      Reply
  44. Yolly Drio says

    May 8, 2017 at 2:46 pm

    my husband has chicken pox for7days now,what food is not good for him?

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    • Admin says

      May 9, 2017 at 1:10 pm

      He has to avoid foods like meat, dry coconut, butter, fish oils, dark chocolate, nuts, and cheese as these foods are rich in saturated fat which leads to inflammation, rashes and decrease the healing power. Include foods that boost the immune system like garlic, ginger, citrus fruits, broccoli, yogurt, spinach, almonds and others.

      Reply
  45. chinnu says

    May 9, 2017 at 6:35 am

    my brother has chicken pox. is there any chance my friends will get chicken pox through me? one of my friends is getting married this month.she doesn’t want to get that disease because of me.can I go near her? pls help

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    • Admin says

      May 9, 2017 at 1:05 pm

      Yes, chickenpox is contagious. It is better to stay away from people around you until the chickenpox completely heals.

      Reply
  46. Evelyn says

    May 10, 2017 at 8:57 am

    I’ve had chicken pox for 5days now, is it OK to drink the baking soda and water mixture, or to just rub the solution on the body? And how many times a day do I rub it on the body?

    Reply
    • Admin says

      May 11, 2017 at 6:47 am

      Rub the baking soda solution on the body or on the chickenpox blisters. You can rub the solution once or twice in a day.

      Reply
  47. kingsley fresh says

    May 19, 2017 at 5:58 pm

    I’ve got chicken pox and I was told to use ogogoro (ethanol) and Dustin powder and mix together and rub all over my body

    Reply
  48. Ayo says

    May 27, 2017 at 2:07 pm

    hello… I would want to know which of these remedies would cure the chicken pox within a short period and stop the bumps from coming out.

    Reply
    • Admin says

      June 2, 2017 at 10:57 am

      Treating chickenpox in a shorter period of time is not possible as it depends on many factors like immune system, healing capability and others. We recommend trying any remedy mentioned above to get relief from the chickenpox symptoms. Eat immune boosting foods to strengthen your immune system which can kill the virus causing chickenpox.

      Reply
  49. Jay says

    June 2, 2017 at 4:33 pm

    help!!! im 22 years old and i got chickenpox its my 3 days now can i use your remedies or i need wait until it dry before i use your remedies please reply asap!! im dying

    Reply
    • Admin says

      June 6, 2017 at 9:51 am

      Yes, you can use the remedies mentioned above for relief.

      Reply
  50. Chel says

    July 16, 2017 at 11:55 am

    My 1 month old son have chicken pox, what can be done in his case to help him?

    Reply
    • Admin says

      July 17, 2017 at 5:01 am

      Consult a doctor immediately because he is very young, medical intervention and proper diagnosis is very important.

      Reply
  51. Elma Camion says

    August 30, 2017 at 9:28 am

    Hi, I am 24 years of age and got Chicken pox. I have fever at 37.9c. Can I take a bath? Thanks

    Reply
    • Admin says

      August 31, 2017 at 8:07 am

      Yes, you can but make sure the water is lukewarm.

      Reply
  52. Open Minded says

    September 8, 2017 at 6:36 pm

    My doctor gave me an antibacterial medicine, is it okay to use? Pls i need your help, im 16 and i really need to cure my chicken pox. How to make the duration short because i have a contest 4 days from now… I already have my chicken pox for 3 days, need help pls. This contest is important for me.

    Reply
    • Admin says

      September 12, 2017 at 1:58 pm

      Chicken pox is caused virus. So, until the virus is treated it will not go completely. Home remedies take time to show the results. If you want quick results then consult a doctor.

      Reply
  53. Amal says

    September 27, 2017 at 2:02 pm

    I have had chicken pox for 10 days and taken all my medication. I did the lukewarm bath with cider vinegar by th have not had a soap bath yet. I still have some pox filled with infected water.the itching is bearable though. I am 43 years Help getting desperate for the pox to clear out. Tired of staying at home.

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  54. Doreen says

    October 31, 2017 at 5:31 pm

    Hi,it has been 14 days now and the blisters hv turned to sores although I dey my best not to scratxh,I only use antibiotics and apply calamine lotion all over.i bath with sea water ,sea sand and derol.pls help,need to get back to work

    Reply
  55. Doreen says

    October 31, 2017 at 5:35 pm

    Hu,it’s been 12 days now and still counting,the blisters hv turned into sores although I don’t svratch.i bath at sand from da sea shore and sea water mixed with detol,I hv been taken antibiotics since day one.pls help,I need to get back to work.i hv been applying calamine lotion too

    Reply
  56. Chidinma Sylvia says

    July 13, 2018 at 12:42 pm

    please I need quick healing from chickenpox. what do I do to kill the virus and for it to stop spreading immediately!

    Reply

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