Does chickenpox cause fever?
My son just developed chickenpox, and he has a high fever along with the rashes. Is it normal for chickenpox to cause fever, or should I be worried about something else?
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3 months ago
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Yes, fever is just the body's natural way of fighting off the chickenpox virus. Keep your mind calm, stay on light food, and rest as much as possible. This phase will pass soon, just take care of your health.
3 months ago
Haan na, chickenpox mein toh sabse pehle fever hi aata hai, headache bhi hota hai thoda. Body bohot weak ho jaati hai starting mein. Keep drinking warm water and take proper rest.
3 months ago
In our times, almost every child got chickenpox and it always started with a high fever. Don't worry, it is a very common symptom. Just make sure the patient is isolated, gets sponge baths, and stays hydrated.
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3 months ago
Actually, I just recovered from chickenpox last month. The fever started two days before the first red spot even appeared. It went up to 102 degrees, so yes, fever is definitely the main starting symptom.
3 months ago
Oh absolutely, I got it during my exams last year and the fever was crazy. I literally couldn't get out of bed for three days because of the body ache and temperature. Take paracetamol if your doc advised it.
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3 months ago
Yes, chickenpox usually comes with a fever as the body fights the infection. Just be gentle with your body and keep track of the temperature. If the fever gets too high or doesn't go down, please contact your doctor immediately.
3 months ago
Yes it does, but don't try any weird home remedies to bring the fever down. Some traditional things can make chickenpox spots worse. Get a doctor's prescription for the fever and antivirals to be safe.