B01.8Dagger codeAsterisk code

Varicella with other complications

Varicella [chickenpox]

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GuidelinesChickenpoxDescription General Measures Medicine Treatment Referral ICD-10 codes: B01.9/B01.8 DESCRIPTION A mild viral infection that presents 2–3 weeks after exposure, with: mild fever preceding the rash lesions beginning on the trunk and face, later spreading to the arms and legs small, red, itchy spots that turn into blisters and crusts. These stages may all be present at the same time. Chickenpox
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