1 23...Next»(Page 1 of 10)GlossaryChickenpox Topic Guide YOU MAY ALSO LIKE VIEW Childhood Illnesses Every Parent Should Know Must Read Articles Related to Chickenpox Fever in Children Fever is defined as a rectal temperature over 100.4 F or 38.0 C. Fever isn't life-threatening unless it is persistently high -- greater than 107 F rectal temper...learn more >> Immunization Schedule, Adults At least 45,000 adults in the United States die of complications of influenza, pneumococcal infections, and hepatitis B each year. These diseases, and others th...learn more >> Immunization Schedule, Children Vaccinations are some of the most important tools available for preventing disease. Most children get all their shots during childhood. Parents should consult t...learn more >> See the Entire Chickenpox Topic Guide » Patient Comments & Reviews The eMedicineHealth doctors ask about Chickenpox: Chickenpox - Treatment What was the treatment for your chickenpox? 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