Can you drink milk tea when you have chickenpox?

Feb 02, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

Can you drink milk tea when you have chickenpox?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Xiaoyan
Chickenpox is a common viral infectious disease that causes symptoms such as skin rashes, fever, and general malaise. For individuals with chickenpox, it is best not to drink milk tea. Milk tea contains numerous additives, which may worsen the patient's symptoms and lead to deterioration. Additionally, milk tea has high sugar content; this sugar can impair the immune system, making it harder for the body to fight off the virus and thereby prolonging recovery time. Patients should drink plain water or warm boiled water to maintain hydration and enhance their body's resistance as much as possible, promoting faster recovery.