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Health Encyclopedia: Shingles And Chickenpox (Varicella Zoster Virus) Treatment For Chickenpox
- Shingles and Chickenpox (Varicella-Zoster Virus) - Treatment for Chickenpox
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Treatment for Chickenpox
Acetaminophen. Patients with chickenpox do not have to stay in bed unless fever and flu symptoms are severe. To relieve discomfort, a child can take acetaminophen (Tylenol), with doses determined by the doctor. A child should never be given aspirin, or medications containing aspirin, as aspirin increases the risk for a dangerous condition called Reye syndrome.
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