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Chickenpox (Varicella)

Management of chickenpox.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 30 August 2025
Infectious DiseasesPaediatrics

Clinical Guidelines

Chickenpox in Pregnancy
National
Chickenpox in Pregnancy (Green-top Guideline No. 13)
National
Chickenpox: public health management and guidance
National
CKS: Chickenpox
National
Guideline for the control and management of chickenpox (varicella)
National
Guidelines on post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) for varicella or shingles
National
National Clinical Practice Guideline Varicella in pregnancy
National

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