Patient's question:
Got chickenpox and sore throat. The doctor prescribed erythromycin tablets. On the first day, the doctor told me to take two, but ever since I've been taking this medicine, my stomach has been hurting. Last night, I kept getting acid reflux and felt like vomiting. This morning, after taking the medicine again, it was the same.Past treatment history and effectiveness:
It was triggered by chickenpox. Today, I noticed a blister on my tongue and another on my lips.
Desired assistance:
Hello, how should I care for it? Can I get an IV drip to reduce inflammation? I want to go to the hospital for an IV drip. The chickenpox appeared last Thursday, and last night, I didn't apply the calamine lotion.
Doctor's answer:
Chickenpox is a viral skin infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus.Medical Advice:
Seek treatment at the dermatology or infectious disease department of a hospital. Generally, anti-inflammatory and antiviral treatments are required. Cephalexin tablets are an anti-inflammatory medication used for treatment and prevention of transmission, but they do not have antiviral effects. The side effect is mild stomach discomfort. Calamine lotion can be applied to help reduce swelling, pain, and inflammation. It is important to maintain the cleanliness of the affected skin to prevent transmission. Healing usually takes about a week.
Wishing you a speedy recovery.
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