Her two-year-old boy Lisbon started to develop a rash last week, and soon Dr Zoe realised he had the infection. An oatmeal bath will help both soothe their skin and you could also distract them with some bath toys. We usually advise non-sedating antihistamines in children, for eg with allergies and hay fever, but when it comes to treating a little sedation (especially at night) is welcome." Oaty goodness

Sun columnist Dr Zoe Williams explained that there is currently no poxyclin, which has led to parents''pulling their hair out'.Pox Clin TM CoolMousse provides relief from itchiness and protects the skin, resulting in less scratching and fewer infections. The most common mode of transmission is by person to person from infected respiratory tract secretions. 3 Before a rash appears, you might get a high temperature, aches and pains with a general feeling of illness and a loss of appetite.

Shake the bottle before use. When first using Pox Clin TM CoolMousse, two to three pumps of the foam dispenser may be needed for the foam to emerge. Apply at least 3 times a day or whenever relief is required. You've ran around to Tesco, Boots and even tried your local pharmacy, but there are no products in sight. It's a very itchy condition and can make little ones feel miserable, even if they don't have very many spots. Intended for larger areas, PoxClin CoolMousse is absorbed rapidly by the skin and provides a direct cooling and soothing effect.

Although generally mild in otherwise healthy children, it can be more severe in pregnant women and immuno-suppressed individuals. The infection is caused by varicella zoster virus (VZV). 3 Infection with VZV occurs through the respiratory tract and the membranes of the eyes (conjunctiva). 3

Alternatives are Eurax cream for those over 3 years old. And if the skin is dry use an emollient - Aveeno has an oat base." Try alternatives Dr Ranj Singh previously explained that ibuprofen shouldn't be used - unless it's been medically advised. PoxClin TM CoolMousse delivers a cooling effect to the skin, which alleviates the itch considerably 2 Dr Zoe said that if you can't access traditional products then you should try Piriton to alleviate the itch. Ask your family, friends and neighbours - many will have calamine lotion sitting in their cupboards gathering dust and you may find a hidden bottle of Poxclin which is like gold dust.Should the PoxClin CoolMousse enter the eyes, wash these with plenty of clean water. Should an irritation persist, seek advice from your medical practitioner.