Chickenpox is not serious in most people. Some treatments used to ease discomfort are:
- Cool, moist compresses
- Oatmeal or baking soda baths
- Calamine lotion
- Popsicles and other cold foods to ease sores in the mouth
Scratching can lead to infection. A person should take steps to avoid it, such as:
- Keeping fingernails cut short
- Covering fingers with gloves or mittens
Last reviewed March 2020 by
EBSCO Medical Review Board
Shawna Grubb, RN
Last Updated: 3/19/2021