TREAT IT
For chickenpox there is no exact cure but treatment is normally used to reduce the symptoms. For children treatment will generally take place in the comfort of there home and it will normally be focused on reducing discomfort and fever. In order to calm down itches you can soak gauze pads in bicarbonate of soda and water and place it over the sores, In the bath it is important for children to use mild soap otherwise it can be irritated more, when it comes to drying off use patting motion rather than a rubbing motion. Certain lotions can reduce the itchiness, the child's fingernails should be short because scratching can cause them to blister and leave scars. For babies it is best to give them mittens to prevent scratching.
PREVENT IT
There are quite a few ways that chickenpox can be prevented with small things such as washing hands properly and staying away from those who are currently affected. Cleaning your hygiene up is good but the best way to avoid chickenpox is to be immunised. Chickenpox vaccine is generally given free as part of the government immunisation program at 18 months old or in year 7. For some people it is possible to get an allergic reaction to the vaccine.