Can chickenpox cause serious complications?

Posted by Doctor Nguyen Thi Dinh - Pediatric Center, Vinmec Times City International Hospital

Chickenpox is an acute infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus. It is characterized by a bullous rash of the skin and mucous membranes, which is usually a benign course but can also be fatal due to severe complications. The disease is very contagious through contact with droplets from the nose and throat or direct contact with the fluid of the blisters on the skin of an infected person or by airborne transmission.

In healthy children, within two weeks of exposure to chickenpox virus, the following signs will appear:
Mild fever Fatigue Fatigue Sore throat Anorexia A blister-like rash on the skin, mucous membranes of the mouth, gastrointestinal tract , respiratory, urinary ... usually appear within 24 hours. These bullous rashes initially contain clear fluid, then turn cloudy, then scab, and scab alternately depending on the time of appearance of the blisters.

Chickenpox usually has a benign course and can go away on its own, but it can also cause complications such as:
Skin/soft tissue infections Pneumonia Neurological complications: encephalitis, Reye's syndrome, meningitis aseptic ... Hepatitis Some other complications such as: Diarrhea, pharyngitis, otitis media.

Vaccination is the most effective prevention of chickenpox. Vinmec International General Hospital has been deploying immunization services with a variety of vaccines for different audiences, from infants, young children, adults, and women before and during pregnancy. . Including vaccines against diseases.... The advantages of vaccination at Vinmec include:
Patients will be examined and screened by specialist doctors for all physical problems and health problems. health, advice on preventive vaccines and injection regimens, monitoring and post-vaccination care before ordering vaccination according to the latest recommendations of the Ministry of Health & World Health Organization to ensure the best effect and safest for children. A team of experienced and professional pediatric doctors and nurses, understand children's psychology and apply effective pain relief methods for children during the vaccination process. 100% of vaccinated patients were monitored 30 minutes after injection and reassessed before leaving. Undertake medical supervision before, during and after vaccination at Vinmec Health System and always have an emergency team ready to coordinate with the vaccination department to handle cases of anaphylaxis, respiratory failure - circulatory arrest, ensuring Ensure timely and correct handling when incidents occur. Vaccines are imported and stored in a modern cold storage system, with a cold chain that meets GSP standards, keeping vaccines in the best conditions to ensure quality. Reference source: update.com