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How Can Severe Itching While Suffering From Chicken Pox Be Treated?
My 15yr old daughter has contracted chicken pox from a recent visit with her nefew 3yrs who we found out later has chicken pox. We using Calamine lotion, lots if it, & mypaid forte - but this is the 2nd night & the itching is ccertainly worse at night. We do have some Allergex tablets - can this help with the itching & to fall asleep at night? She has had all her vaccinations and drops as a child & is very rarely ill even with colds or flu. Thid is torture to see the discomfort she s in Thank you
Wed, 2 May 2018
Hello,
Your daughter can benefit from antihistamine drugs such as fenistil syrup or gel or other medications to relieve itching.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Abed Tahrawi
Your daughter can benefit from antihistamine drugs such as fenistil syrup or gel or other medications to relieve itching.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Abed Tahrawi
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