Home Remedies Can Provide Relief During Chicken Pox

Chicken pox is caused by a viral infection and is not as deadly as the dreaded small pox of yester years. However, even chicken pox is highly contagious in nature. It is more often seen in children but adults are not completely immune to it. The varicella vaccine has reduced the instances of chicken pox in the United State considerably but it is yet to be eradicated completely.

Symptoms- Initial symptoms may be misleading and include high fever and a feeling of listlessness. Blisters start appearing soon after and rapidly spread all over the body. These red rashes may be itchy in nature. However, it is wise not to itch or rub the pustules. The disease runs its course within a short time but the affected person must be isolated in order to prevent the infection from spreading.

Home Remedies- Using certain natural remedies may help to control the symptoms of the disease. A mixture of marigold flowers and witch hazel leaves soaked in water and applied over the affected area will help to control the itchy feeling.

Contrary to the popular belief, bathing is not harmful during chicken pox. The infected person can feel refreshed after a cool bath. Adding a piece of ginger in the bath water may actually help to eliminate the itchy feeling.

Applying a mixture of baking soda and water on the blisters then letting the mixture dry on the body may help to alleviate the itching considerably.

Drinking Catnip tea sweetened with molasses will help to break the fever. This is often a better option than over the counter drugs for reducing the body temperature.

Chicken pox scars fade away with time but some scars may persist especially if they had been scratched. Application of honey on the dried scabs will help to prevent scarring of the body. Vitamin E oil on the dried scabs will moisturize the skin allowing the scars to fade naturally.