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Chickenpox is a highly contagious viral disease caused by the herpes zoster virus, which also causes shingles. It mainly affects children but can also affect adults who were not exposed to the virus as children.

Symptoms of chickenpox often begin with fever, aches and pains, and a rash that develops into itchy, fluid-filled blisters. Vesicles can appear all over the body, including the face, scalp and genitals.

Management of chickenpox aims to relieve symptoms and prevent complications.

Atopic eczema in babies and children, also known as atopic dermatitis, is a common condition that generally appears before the age of 1. The cause? Dysfunction of the skin barrier, leading to xerosis and chronic inflammation. The skin is less well protected, more sensitive to its environment and reacts accordingly. Symptoms include xerosis, red plaques on the folds of the elbows and knees, cheeks, neck, eyelids and torso. And above all, severe itching that's difficult to tolerate. Following a few simple steps can help your child live better with eczema.