How to Soothe Chicken Pox

Chicken box are itchy and uncomfortable. Several home remedies can help.

Instructions

1. Lukewarm baths with 1/3 cup baking soda added help relieve itching. This can be done as often as needed.

2. Plain old Calamine Lotion will relieve itch and help to heal chicken pox. Apply gently with a cotton ball.
   Do not use Caladryl, it can cause side effects.

3. Try not to scratch ... easier said than done. Trim fingernails and wash hands frequently with antibacterial soap. Do not squeeze or pick pox. Doing so may cause scaring.

4. Eat a soft diet to help ease uncomfortable pox in the mouth and throat. Liquid antacid used as mouth wash (over age 6) will ease severe mouth ulcers.

Tips & Warnings

• Remember Chicken Pox are contagious until all the sores have crusted over, usually 5 to 6 days.

• Expect new chickenpox every day for 4 or 5 days. It is common to get 400-500 chickenpox.

• Contact a physician if any of the pox look infected or if condition worsens after day 6.