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Varicella pneumonia (J17.1*)

Varicella [chickenpox]

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GuidelinesVaricella (Chickenpox), ComplicatedGeneral measures Medicine treatment ICD-10 code: B01.1-2† + (G02.0*/G05.1*+J17.1*)/B01.8 GENERAL MEASURES Cool, wet compresses or tepid water baths. Body hygiene to prevent secondary infection. Advise against scratching. MEDICINE TREATMENT Antiviral therapy is required in complicated cases, e.g.: chickenpox pneumonia, pregnancy, neurological involvement, and chickenpox in immunocompromised patien