(B01) Varicella [chickenpox]
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Diagnosis varicella [chickenpox] is diagnosed Men are 11.74% more likely than Women
Men receive the diagnosis varicella [chickenpox]
1 971 (0.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis varicella [chickenpox]
1 033 (0.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease varicella [chickenpox] - Men and Women aged 0-5
Disease Features varicella [chickenpox]
Varicella [chickenpox] - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - varicella [chickenpox]
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical Examination
- Blood Test
- Skin Biopsy
- Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Test
- Viral Culture Test
- Direct Fluorescent Antibody (DFA) Test
- Serum Immunoglobulin M (IgM) Test
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Administering antiviral drugs such as acyclovir
- Providing relief from itching with antihistamines
- Treating fever with acetaminophen or ibuprofen
- Prescribing topical ointments to reduce skin irritation
- Providing fluids to prevent dehydration
- Monitoring for signs of bacterial infection
- Providing immunoglobulin (IG) injections to prevent secondary infections
Varicella [chickenpox] - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease varicella [chickenpox]
Rash
(Eruption, Dermatitis, Skin irritation, Hives, Itching, Inflammation, Redness, Bumps, Blotches, Scaly patch)
A rash is an area of irritated or swollen skin. It may appear as red bumps, patches, or blisters and can be itchy, dry, or painful. It can develop suddenly or over time and can be caused by a variety of factors, including allergies, infections, and irritants. Common rashes include eczema, hives, and...
Pustules
(Blisters, Bumps, Boil, Eruptions, Pimples, Papules, Nodules, Acne, Abscesses)
Pustules are small, raised bumps on the skin that contain pus. They may be red, yellow, or white and can be painful or itchy. They can develop quickly and appear as a single bump or in clusters. Pustules are commonly caused by bacterial or fungal infections, but they can also be the result of an all...
High temperature 38-42°
(Fever, Pyrexia, Hyperthermia, Heatstroke, Hyperpyrexia, Hyperthermy, Hypertherm, High fever, High temperature, Elevated temperature)
High temperature, also known as fever, is a symptom of infection or illness. It is characterized by an elevated body temperature of 38-42°C (100-107°F). It is usually accompanied by other symptoms such as chills, sweating, headache, and malaise. Fever develops when the body's thermoregulatory system...
Itching
(Irritation, Scratching, Tickling, Crawling, Burning, Prickling, Tingling, Stabbing, Throbbing)
Itching is a common symptom that can range from mild to severe. It typically presents as an uncomfortable sensation that compels the affected person to scratch the affected area. Itching can develop gradually or suddenly and can be localized or generalized. It can be caused by a variety of condition...
Lymphocytosis
(Lymphocyte count increase, High lymphocyte count, Elevated lymphocyte count, Lymphocytic leukocytosis, Increased lymphocyte levels, Lymphocytosis condition, Lymphocytosis disorder)
Lymphocytosis is a condition characterized by an increase in the number of white blood cells called lymphocytes in the blood. It can range from mild to severe and is usually seen as an increase in the number of lymphocytes in the peripheral blood. Symptoms can include fever, fatigue, swollen lymph n...
Headache
(Cephalalgia, Hedache, Pounding head, Throbbing head, Ache, Pounding pain, Throbbing pain, Head pain, Migraine, Tension headache)
Headache is a common symptom that can range from mild to severe. It typically develops gradually and can be localized or generalized. Common types of headache include tension-type, migraine, cluster, and sinus headaches, each with their own unique characteristics and manifestations. Tension-type hea...
Specified forms of the disease
| (B01.0+) Varicella meningitis |
| (B01.1+) Varicella encephalitis |
| (B01.2+) Varicella pneumonia |
| (B01.8) Varicella with other complications |