WHAT'S THE NATURAL TREATMENT FOR CHICKENPOX
Chickenpox is a virus caused by the varicella-zoster virus. It usually appears during childhood and is generally contracted only once in a person's life. Chickenpox first appears as a rash, then develops into specific blisters that can cover a large percentage of the skin's surface. It can occur at any age. The illness usually causes an itchy rash with red spots and blisters, along with other flu-like symptoms.
Symptoms:
Itchy red spots that turn into fluid-filled blisters, then scab over
Fever
Fatigue
Loss of appetite
Headache
How It Spreads:
Direct contact with the rash
Through droplets from coughing or sneezing
Touching items contaminated by the virus
GRANDMOTHER'S REMEDIES
BAKING SODA
One of the most popular remedies for chickenpox is baking soda, which can be mixed with water and made into a paste. This paste can be applied to the skin and allowed to dry. The active ingredients in baking soda help reduce the itching and pain of blistered skin and can help prevent excessive scratching, which prolongs the healing process and can lead to scarring if spots are constantly opened.
HONEY
Honey's sweet and sticky nature is more than just delicious. Honey is rich in natural compounds that actively reduce inflammation and irritation. Furthermore, honey is a natural antibacterial, which can help protect someone suffering from secondary infections related to chickenpox, which often occur when scratching scars. You can apply honey directly to scars and then wash it off normally after a few minutes. It doesn't take long to see beneficial effects from honey!
NEEM LEAVES
Neem leaves are oftn considered a cure-all in Eastern cultures, and their beneficial effect on chickenpox is no exception. Making a paste of neem leaves with water can be applied topically to irritated areas, but it can also be mixed with bath water to heal and remove scabs. Neem leaves will prevent scarring, and irritated areas will heal faster.
VITAMIN D
Sunlight can be one of the best ways to treat chickenpox. While this highly contagious condition usually means patients stay indoors until they recover, getting some sunlight and vitamin D on the skin can be essential for a speedy healing process. Vitamin D is one of the most essential nutrients for skin, so when your chickenpox starts to itch, head outside to catch some rays!
WHAT NOT TO DO
1- GIVE AN ANTI-INFLAMMATORY
Anti-inflammatories are not recommended in all cases. It is strongly advised not to give your child with chickenpox an anti-inflammatory. Seek medical advice.
2- GIVE A HOT BATH
Children with chickenpox generally also suffer from a fever. This is completely normal. To soothe a baby who is already suffering, long hot baths should be avoided.
3- PUT POWDER ON PIMPLES
Powder is very effective against pimples caused by sweat, but it doesn't work well for chickenpox. Otherwise, you could end up with a secondary infection in your baby.
Prevention:
The chickenpox vaccine is the best way to prevent infection.
If exposed, immunoglobulin therapy may help prevent severe illness in high-risk individuals.
