Question 1

which layer of the skin does chickenpox effect?

Accepted Answer

Complicated Skin: The simple answer is the epidermis which is the top layer.  Chickenpox causes the epidermal cells to ballon which forms a classical blister.  See pic.  But the epidermis is composed of 4 or 5 layers:  cornified layer, clear/translucent layer, granular layer, spinous layer and basal/germinal layer.  Varicella affects the spinous layer.  Thanks for the difficult question!

Question 2

if i get chickenpox at this age, can it leave any marks on my skin? and if yes how to prevent or minimize these marks?!

Accepted Answer

Sure Can!: Getting the vaccine is the best way to prevent the disease, as well as any potential scarring!  If you get disease, keep the skin clean and dry, and treat any evolving surrounding red areas with a topical antibiotic.  It's the bacterial infection surrounding ( and complicating) the pox viral infection that tend to cause worse scars.

Question 3

child has  chickenpox and it feels like to glands are swelling behind his head just above hairline.

Accepted Answer

Mgt.: If the swelling worsens and becomes painful to touch, antibiotics may be indicated. In several weeks the swelling should subside. Please provide hydration and monitor his temperature. 
If a cough develops, please see your PCP.

Question 4

i'm having chickenpox black scar of 6mm diameter circle on rightcheek on facesince 12years.its prominent coz of my fair skin.its keeping girls away.

Accepted Answer

You really need: to see a Dermatologist with a specialty in COSMETOLOGY  AND "MICRO-surgery"

a  local University Teaching Hospital is where I would go if possible!
Hope this helps..and good luck!
Dr Z

Question 5

how can you brush your hair with chickenpox blisters on your head?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It may be uncomfortable so you may want to brush gently and avoid harsh scalp contact. A soft brush or comb would work and then just gently going over any tender areas. You can avoid brushing the scalp and just brush hair as well.

Question 6

how can we differentiate henoch schonlein purpura with other skin diseases such as chickenpox, and how it can be treated?

Accepted Answer

Recognizing pattern: Someone who is well trained can distinguish these by history and exam. Since neither requires treatment, the management of potential secondary problems is where training also provides proper direction.A lay person and some physicians would not be expected to recognize HSP nor could the differences be explained within the limits of this platform.

Question 7

in chickenpox, is it safe and beneficial to use betadine solution on the skin including the face to ease itching? can it be applied to the scalp too?

Accepted Answer

I wouldn't: Betadine has the potential to sensitize you(make allergic) to its components if it is left on the skin for indefinite periods. I make great effort to remove any trace of it after I use it to sterilize an area for a procedure.

Question 8

in chickenpox, is it safe and beneficial to use betadine (in the form of shower soap) on the skin including face and scalp to ease itching?

Accepted Answer

Well...: It is safe, but it will not help with anything

Question 9

can my 7 month old baby get chickenpox from someone if they have shingles but the blisters haven't broken the skin and they r on medication?

Accepted Answer

They are contagious: Until all those blisters are crusted over and there are no new ones.  Their medication does not protect your baby.

Question 10

i had chickenpox 2 months ago, the scars of blisters are not yet vanished from skin. as my doctor said it will vanish with time. any solution for face?

Accepted Answer

No: Unfortunately, no solution to be offered now. I would definitely wait until all the blisters heal and then another 6 months as skin remodeling takes approximately that long. After that time, depending on the damage done you can get back with us.

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Chickenpox skin

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Which layer of the skin does chickenpox effect?

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If i get chickenpox at this age, can it leave any marks on my skin? and if yes how to prevent or minimize these marks?!

A member asked:

Child has chickenpox and it feels like to glands are swelling behind his head just above hairline.

A member asked:

I'm having chickenpox black scar of 6mm diameter circle on rightcheek on facesince 12years.its prominent coz of my fair skin.its keeping girls away.

A member asked:

How can you brush your hair with chickenpox blisters on your head?

A member asked:

How can we differentiate henoch schonlein purpura with other skin diseases such as chickenpox, and how it can be treated?

A member asked:

In chickenpox, is it safe and beneficial to use betadine solution on the skin including the face to ease itching? can it be applied to the scalp too?

A member asked:

In chickenpox, is it safe and beneficial to use betadine (in the form of shower soap) on the skin including face and scalp to ease itching?

A member asked:

Can my 7 month old baby get chickenpox from someone if they have shingles but the blisters haven't broken the skin and they r on medication?

A member asked:

I had chickenpox 2 months ago, the scars of blisters are not yet vanished from skin. as my doctor said it will vanish with time. any solution for face?

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