Will chicken pox leave scars on your face?

Usually, chicken pox on the face does not leave scars with proper treatment and care. If the chickenpox is severe and there is bacterial infection involving the dermis and surrounding tissues or scratching to the point of breakage, it may leave scars. The chickenpox rash is centripetal, first and mainly on the trunk, extending to the head and face, and relatively few on the extremities. Some patients may develop herpes on the mucous membranes of the mouth, throat, conjunctiva and vulva, which rupture to form ulcers. Varicella is a disease caused by varicella-zoster virus infection, which is highly contagious, mostly in children, and is transmitted by droplet or contact, with lasting immunity acquired after infection. The symptoms and rash are milder in children and more severe in adults. Take oral antiviral medication promptly after the appearance of chickenpox, do not scratch the blisters, and try to keep them intact and absorbed naturally. If there is a break, make sure not to touch the water and keep the blister surface dry to avoid bacterial infection and increase the risk of scarring. Topical iodophor solution can be used topically for disinfection, and erythromycin ointment can also be used topically to prevent infection. Pay attention to sun protection, otherwise there may be hyperpigmentation. If scar formation patients can visit the hospital for consultation as needed and follow medical advice for fractional laser treatment.