Illustration of the symptoms of small red spots in the early stages of chickenpox
As the weather gets warmer, so does the pandemic. Among them, chickenpox is a common infectious disease among children. In the early stages of chickenpox, the most obvious symptom is the small red dots. Parents must understand these symptoms and intervene in time to prevent the worsening of chickenpox. Below, we will elaborate on the symptoms of small red spots in the early stages of chickenpox from four aspects.
Number of red dots
In the early stages of chickenpox, a large number of small red spots will appear on the body, ranging from a few to hundreds or thousands. These small red spots are distributed on different parts of the head and body, and some even appear in the mouth and nasal cavity. These small red dots are usually the size of a pinhead and are difficult to detect at first, but as time goes by, the number gradually increases and the symptoms become more and more obvious.
Red dot pattern
The shape of small red dots in the early stages of chickenpox is relatively typical, and its appearance is very similar to a white granular rash. The location of the red dots is usually located on the surface of the skin. These small red dots are raised and rough to the touch, so they are easily scratched by children, leading to complications such as infectious dermatitis.
Are the red spots itchy?
The small red dots in the early stages of chickenpox usually cause intense itching. Itching often causes great discomfort in children, causing them to constantly try to scratch it. The greater the number of these little red dots, the more itchy the child will feel. Therefore, parents should educate their children to avoid scratching, which can lead to skin damage and infection.
Other symptoms
In addition to the above-mentioned symptoms, the small red dots in the early stages of chickenpox may also show some other symptoms. For example, a child may have some mild fever with a body temperature below 38°C. Symptoms such as headache and loss of appetite may also occur. Although these symptoms usually do not affect a child\’s normal life, parents should still pay close attention to their children\’s health.
Through a detailed graphical interpretation of the symptoms of small red spots in the early stages of chickenpox, we learned about the early symptoms of chickenpox. After parents notice these symptoms, they should take their children to the hospital for examination in time for early diagnosis and intervention to prevent the worsening of chickenpox and the occurrence of complications, so that their children can grow up healthily.
