Chickenpox

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Registered: 12-14-2005
Chickenpox
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Mon, 01-15-2007 - 8:13pm

My 8 years old DD got chickenpox.Last week the school sent home a paper stated they have chickenpox outbreak in the school.I never thought she would get it.I am so worried about my 10 months old DD.Also my eldest DD(13y),myself didn't get any chickenpox before.So i am worried to death.I am trying to keep her clean,away from baby but don't think it would help.Has anyone have any advice,suggestion for me?I am so worried.Please help.

farah

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Registered: 07-05-2005
In reply to: tasnim123
Mon, 01-15-2007 - 9:31pm

Farah,


Are you in the US?

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Registered: 04-07-2003
In reply to: tasnim123
Tue, 01-16-2007 - 3:12pm

To try to reduce the panic level, I do know kids who got it under a year and came out just fine! 10 months is hopefully a safe zone. BUT, under a year the system is unlikely to develop the antibody, meaning she might still get it later or need the vaccine (they test)

Do you live in MA? I am more afraid of the vaccine than the disease, and want my kids to get it before they're forced to get the shots.

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Registered: 12-14-2005
In reply to: tasnim123
Tue, 01-23-2007 - 12:30pm

I live in toronto.Chickenpox vaccinn(sp?)is not medatory here nor it is covered by our health care system.If we want to get the shot,we have to pay it ourself.As a result i hardly seen anyone getting the shot.
Now the bad news is my my eldest DD (13y),baby (10 months),me...we all got chickenpox.I have extrem muscle pain,fever and rashes all over my body.Same with my eldest.Baby seems better so far(they just started yesterday).Now my question is:is it ok for me to BF her as both of us has it?Can i put calamine lotion on baby?What else i can do to make her more comfortable?Please help us.

thanks

farah

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Registered: 03-27-2003
In reply to: tasnim123
Tue, 01-23-2007 - 1:10pm

It should be fine for you to continue to bf.

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Registered: 05-03-2004
In reply to: tasnim123
Tue, 01-23-2007 - 1:28pm

You could give baby (it is fine for you too) an oatmeal bath. It is easy to make your own by putting oatmeal in an old sock, tie and put in the tub. Or you can buy premade preparations at the store (Aveeno is one brand).

Carol
mom to nursling Phillip (15 months)
and Jacob (8 years)


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Registered: 07-25-2005
In reply to: tasnim123
Tue, 01-23-2007 - 5:08pm

like pp I was going to recommend an oatmeal bath as well.... we have soaked dd's bumm in it when she got a diaper rash.


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Registered: 03-27-2003
In reply to: tasnim123
Tue, 01-23-2007 - 6:12pm
Farah, I had it has an adult and it was rough! Hang in there and get some help. The immunity you will get will be lifelong....can't say that w/ the vaccine(experts aren't too sure if people will need a booster).
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Registered: 12-14-2005
In reply to: tasnim123
Tue, 01-23-2007 - 9:17pm

Thanks everyone for your support and advice.I have one quick question:how do you take oatmill bath?I have heard of it but don't know how.
thanks

farah

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Registered: 05-03-2004
In reply to: tasnim123
Tue, 01-23-2007 - 11:24pm

THe way I have always done it I fill a sock with about 1 cup of oatmeal and tie it at the top. I start running a tub and add the sock. Then soak in the tub.

I have also heard of people processing the oatmeal in a food processer until fine and adding to the tub without the sock.

Here is some info I copied from a website for you:

Colloidal Oatmeal (Avena sativa) is a natural product which helps soothe and soften dry skin and relieve itchy skin rashes and irritations.
To produce colloidal oatmeal, whole oats are very finely ground. This enables the grain to readily absorb liquid. When the colloidal oatmeal is added to bath water, it almost instantly gives a slightly milky, almost slimy consistency to the water, which then coats the skin, moisturizing, softening, and protecting it. The emollient, or skin-softening, properties of oat products come from ingredients in the oatmeal such as cellulose and fiber.

Eczema (dry skin patches) will likely respond well to colloidal oatmeal bath treatments, as will skin conditions such as chickenpox and shingles. Insect bites, sores, and other minor skin irritations may feel soothed in such a bath, too.

Most commonly known in pharmacies as Aveeno Oatmeal Bath. If you don't mind some experimenting, you can easily try to make your own colloidal oatmeal. In a blender, coffee grinder, or food processor, finely grind the oatmeal purchased at the grocery store. A word of caution is warranted, however. It can be a bit difficult to determine just how fine you need to make the oatmeal before it can become a colloid in water. If it's too coarse, it will simply sink uselessly to the bottom of the tub. The commercial product is processed so minutely that its ability to form a colloid is assured.

Whether you're preparing a bath with a commercial colloidal oatmeal product or your home "grind," the instructions are the same: Draw a tepid bath. (Don't use hot water, which will further inflame the skin and absorb moisture from your skin rather than lubricating it.) Add several cups of the oatmeal to the bath as it's filling up. Soak for 10 minutes. Then pat (don't rub) your skin dry. Repeat the bath as needed, up to three times a day, depending on the severity of your condition.

If you feel sticky after the bath, try rinsing your body off with a few cups of tepid water from the faucet in your tub.

WholeHealthMD.com

HTH!

Carol
mom to nursling Phillip (15 months)
and Jacob (8 years)


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Registered: 12-14-2005
In reply to: tasnim123
Thu, 01-25-2007 - 1:22pm

Thanks carol.I gave my baby a bath yesterday with oatmill which i made at home.My eldest DD (13 y) got so much blisters all over her face OMG.Even baby has more than 200 all over her body,her palms,between fingers all over her head,under diaper area.....ouch.yesterday i called my docter and he said all 3 of us should take benadryl,tylenol.And take a bath with baking soda and apply calamine lotion.I think we are the extrem case(?).Baby is very uncomfortable and can't sleep eventhough i gave her benadryl.Is it ok to give baby a bath with baking soda?I wish to end these days soon.

farah

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