Chicken Pox Treatment in India
About Chicken Pox
Key Highlights
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Expert diagnosis and management by an Internal Medicine specialist familiar with adult and complex presentations.Access to antiviral medications that can shorten illness duration and reduce severity, especially in adults.Comprehensive supportive care to manage fever, itching, and discomfort effectively.Guidance on infection control and isolation to protect vulnerable contacts.Monitoring for and early intervention in potential complications like bacterial skin infections or pneumonia.
Who is this surgery for?
- Presentation of the classic itchy, fluid-filled blisters on the face, chest, and back.
- Fever, fatigue, headache, and loss of appetite accompanying a rash.
- Adult-onset chickenpox, which tends to be more severe.
- Infection in pregnant women, newborns, or immunocompromised individuals.
- Suspected complications such as severe skin infection, breathing difficulties, or neurological symptoms.
How to prepare
- Be prepared to describe the onset and progression of symptoms in detail.
- Inform the doctor of any underlying health conditions, medications, or if you are pregnant.
- Mention any known exposure to someone with chickenpox or shingles.
- For the appointment, wear loose, comfortable clothing and be ready for a physical examination of the rash.
- Plan for immediate isolation at home after diagnosis to prevent spreading the virus.
Risks & possible complications
- Secondary bacterial infections of the skin lesions (e.g., cellulitis).
- Pneumonia, which is more common in adults.
- Inflammation of the brain (encephalitis) or cerebellum (cerebellar ataxia).
- Dehydration, especially in children.
- Reye's syndrome (if aspirin is given during the illness).
- Later reactivation of the virus causing shingles (herpes zoster).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Isolate at home until all blisters have crusted over, typically 5-7 days after rash onset.
- Use calamine lotion, cool baths with baking soda or oatmeal, and antihistamines to control itching.
- Stay hydrated and consume a bland diet if mouth sores are present.
- Take prescribed antivirals as directed and use acetaminophen for fever (avoid aspirin).
- Monitor for signs of complications like increased redness/pus, high fever, or breathing trouble and contact your doctor immediately if they occur.
- Scabs will fall off naturally; avoid picking to prevent scarring.
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Typical hospital stay:
Usually outpatient; '0 days' unless complications arise.
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Expected recovery time:
10-14 days for full recovery from rash and symptoms.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering chicken pox in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for chicken pox in India include Manipal Hospital Ghaziabad, Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road, Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, KMC Hospital Mangalore, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform chicken pox. MediFyr helps you compare internal medicine specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for chicken pox compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 6 – USD 55 | Usually outpatient; '0 days' unless complications arise. | ~ 10-14 days for full recovery from rash and symptoms. | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 41 – USD 410 | Usually outpatient; '0 days' unless complications arise. | ~ 10-14 days for full recovery from rash and symptoms. | Know More |
Top hospitals for Chicken Pox in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated internal medicine teams and experience managing patients undergoing chicken pox.
Mangalore, India
38 Doctors
Ishaan Chopra, a 28-year-old software engineer...
Ishaan Chopra, a 28-year-old software engineer who recently moved to the city for a demanding new job, was under immense stress. He presented with a sudden onset of fever, fatigue, and a distinctive itchy rash that started on his chest and spread. He had no childhood history of chickenpox. His internal medicine physician, Dr. Mehta, confirmed the diagnosis of primary varicella (chickenpox). Given Ishaan's age and the risk of more severe complications, Dr. Mehta recommended antiviral medication (acyclovir) to shorten the illness and reduce severity, along with calamine lotion and antihistamines for the itch. Ishaan felt miserable and isolated during the contagious period, worried about missing critical work deadlines. The treatment helped; his fever broke within 48 hours, and new blisters stopped forming. Over the next week, the lesions crusted over and healed. Post-recovery, Ishaan was exhausted but relieved. The emotional journey was one of acute anxiety and frustration transforming into gratitude for a relatively swift recovery, though he was left with a few faint scars as a reminder.
Internal Medicine Specialists for Chicken Pox
Explore experienced internal medicine specialists who regularly perform chicken pox and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 13 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneshwar
- 13 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
KMC Hospital Mangalore, Mangalore
- 15 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Salt Lake, Kolkata
- 44 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
- 23 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore
- 32 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Kolkata
- 13 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Kolkata
- 9 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
- 13 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospitals Broadway, Kolkata
- 15 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, Kolkata
- 10 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospitals Broadway, Kolkata
- 22 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
- 23 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Gurgaon, Gurgaon
- 23 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Doddaballapur, Bangalore
- 32 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Vijayawada, vijayawada
- 10 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospitals Broadway, Kolkata
- 9 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospitals Broadway, Kolkata
- 27 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
- 17 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Ranchi, Ranchi
- 9 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore