Alternative cures for chicken pox marks | Health advice on chicken pox marks

Treatment for chicken pox marks: i have chicken pox. i've had it for about two weeks now and it's not going away.they have dried up but i need them to completely leave my body before going back to work.
(18 Sep 2007)

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Chickenpox marks fades on its own as time passes by. You can try the following remedies to help fade them –

Sandalwood oil when applied on the marks continuously till it fades helps.
Honey when applied on the skin with marks also helps to lighten them to a greater extent.
Vitamin A present in papaya, mangoes, spinach, yellow pumpkin helps resist infection and is also an essential nutrient for skin.
Vitamin C present in guava, orange, lime, sprouts also supports the immune system and helps fight viral infection and fasten the healing of the skin.
Vitamin E oil when applied on the marks may also help in faster healing of the skin.
Aloe Vera may help relieve itching and assist the skin to heal.
Avoid stress and take rest to boost your immune system.
Drink at least 8-10 glasses of water per day to keep yourself well hydrated.

answered by Sweta Panchal on 26 Sep 2007, 4:08:43