Sandbox: Dr.Reddy

The following are the most common presenting symptoms of varicella:

Low-grade fever preceding skin manifestations by 1-2 days Complaints of abdominal pain by some children Pleomorphic rash, usually starting on the head and trunk and spreading to the rest of the body Typically, complaints of intense pruritus Headache Malaise Anorexia Cough and coryza Sore throat

Children with eczema or dermatitis may have severe skin manifestations during varicella.