The fever is highest when the rash is at its peak, and then goes down as the scabs appear usually after three to seven days. Chickenpox can be spread to others for about seven days from two days before the rash begins until all the blisters have become scabs. Therefore, a child with chickenpox should stay home from school until all the scabs have formed. At that point, it is safe for him or her to be around people who have not had chickenpox. A normal case of chickenpox can be taken care of at home and does not require a visit to your doctor.
Home care focuses on treating the symptoms, because there is no cure for the disease.
Baths do not spread chickenpox. give the child an anti-histamine medication, such as Benadryl, taking care to give the correct dosage for your child's age and weight. Call your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure of what dosage to give. Never give aspirin to a child or teenager with chickenpox. Aspirin use in children and teenagers after chickenpox and some other viral infections has been associated with a rare but serious brain and liver disorder known as Reye's syndrome. Parents of children should read product labels carefully and consult a pharmacist if they have questions about use.