A young girl was admitted to the Central Tropical Diseases Hospital with severe chickenpox symptoms after her family attempted home remedies. Doctor Tran Van Bac from the Emergency Department reported that the 17-year-old female patient had blisters covering her body, high fever, severe back pain, and other symptoms like delirium and irritability.
Tests revealed coagulation disorders, low platelet count, elevated liver enzymes, and organ failure. It was found that the patient had developed blisters after contact with her younger sister who had chickenpox and tried herbal medicine and strong anti-inflammatory drugs at home. This worsened her condition before she sought medical help at a local facility.
The medical team at the hospital diagnosed her with severe chickenpox and aggressively treated her with antiviral medication and other measures to prevent further complications. The patient’s condition improved gradually over time as she was closely monitored by doctors.
Chickenpox is caused by the Varicella Zoster virus and typically presents with fever, rash, and other symptoms. It is highly contagious and spreads through respiratory droplets or direct contact with blister fluid. While most cases are mild, certain groups like infants or immunocompromised individuals are at risk of complications such as coagulation disorders, low platelet count, elevated liver enzymes, organ failure or even death in extreme cases. Treatment should be sought from specialized medical facilities to prevent severe outcomes.
Individuals with chickenpox should be closely monitored for any signs of complications especially those at higher risk of complications such as infants or immunocompromised individuals. While home treatment may suffice for most cases, hospitalization may be necessary for those with severe symptoms or complications.
It is important to avoid self-medication and seek professional guidance for the treatment of chickenpox and its complications to prevent further damage to one’s health.
