Dengue fever is a disease caused by the bite of a mosquito infected with the dengue virus. Dengue is a viral infection caused by 4 different species of flavivirus. This virus is spread by the bite of Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquitoes. Symptoms of this infection start appearing in about 4-7 years.
The signs and symptoms of dengue vary according to the severity of the disease and the impact of the infection. Most cases of dengue are not serious and the infected persons show symptoms like muscle pain, joint pain, rashes all over the body. These signs may be mild or disappear and reappear, including high fever, severe headache, eye pain, nausea and vomiting, bleeding from the nose or gums, and decreased white blood cell count.
'Dengue hemorrhagic fever' is a severe form of dengue, in which the patient may have bleeding from the mouth, gums and nose, clammy skin, damage to the blood vessels, which can cause internal bleeding and black vomiting, platelet deficiency and nerve weakness . These symptoms may be mild in the beginning, but tend to worsen within a few days!
The platelet count in the body can be increased by regular consumption of papaya leaf juice as a way to increase platelets.
'Dengue shock syndrome' is a life-threatening form of dengue, in which symptoms like excessive bleeding, vomiting, severe abdominal pain, mental confusion and sudden drop in BP are seen. The special thing is that dengue fever can occur more than once.
Since the symptoms of dengue are similar to the symptoms of flu and other seasonal diseases, the diagnosis of dengue can sometimes be delayed. However, if a doctor suspects dengue after examining a patient's physical symptoms, he may recommend a blood test to confirm the diagnosis.
Most of the treatment is focused on managing the symptoms, so avoiding or staying away from dengue is the safest and best way. Measures to avoid dengue include wearing clothes that cover the body well.
Homeopathic treatment is a discipline whose aim is not just to cure the symptoms temporarily, but to eliminate the disease from the root.
Homeopathic medicines for dengue -
According to Dr Rajneesh Jain, for dengue patient
Arsenic album
Common Name: Arsenic Acid
Symptoms: The following symptoms can be cured by this remedy
Restlessness
Severe headache, which is relieved by applying cold or with a cold environment
Skin cold
Burning sensation in the head, eyes, stomach, chest and tongue
Weakness due to headache
Irritability
Sensitivity to light
Bleeding gums
Sore throat and difficulty swallowing
Nausea after eating
Right lung pain
Dry cough and palpitations (due to activity, fatigue, or illness)
Irregular heartbeat)
Trembling of feet
High fever
Extreme tiredness
Cold sweat
Symptoms worsen after midnight and with cold food intake. Symptoms may improve after lying down with the head elevated and having a hot drink.
Bryonia
Common name: wild hops
Symptoms: The following symptoms can be improved through this remedy:
Extreme irritability
Nausea and fainting
Severe headache, which worsens when bending forward
Frequent runny nose
Pricking pain in the eyes, in this condition the symptoms worsen by touching the eyes or moving the eyes
Dry mouth
Loss of taste or bitterness
Burning stomach pain
Pain when touching the affected area
Knee stiffness and pain
Leg swelling
Joint pain and swelling
Pain in limbs when walking
Pulse rate
Fever with dry cough and chills
Unusually excessive sweating
These symptoms worsen in the morning, in the heat, on activity and on touching the affected area. Symptoms get better with adequate rest, lying down on the painful area, and applying pressure to the affected area.
Belladonna
Common Name: Deadly Nightshade
Symptoms: This remedy is suitable for the following symptoms:
Throbbing headache with difficulty in breathing
Headache
Headache that worsens with noises, lights, lying down and in the afternoon
Severe eye pain when lying down
Eye swelling
Loss of appetite
Nausea and vomiting
Stomach cramps
Palpitations (irregular heartbeat due to activity, fatigue, or illness)
Throbbing tingling all over the body
Severe pain in limbs and joints
Stiff neck
High fever accompanied by cold feet and loss of thirst
Trouble sleeping due to flaring of blood vessels
Only sweat on the head
These symptoms get worse in the afternoon, when lying down and touching the affected area. These symptoms improve on lying down in the semi erect position (the position between lying down and sitting).
Calcarea carbonica
Common name: Carbonate of lime
Symptoms: This remedy is helpful in treating the following symptoms:
Headache with cold hands and heaviness in upper part of head
Headache and nausea due to mental fatigue
Sweating profusely
Sensitivity to light
Itching and pain in the eyelids
Blisters on the skin
Small sores on the skin that do not heal easily
Skin rash, this condition gets better in cold air
Boils
Fever with sweating
Night sweats, especially on the head, neck, and chest
Chills at 2 p.m., usually starting in the abdomen
Swelling of tonsils
Easily tired eyes
Stomach ache
Palpitations after dinner (irregular heartbeat due to activity, fatigue, or illness)
Heaviness in chest
Calf cramps
Symptoms may get worse in cold weather and due to mental and physical fatigue, but symptoms may get better with a dry environment and lying down on the painful area.
Euporitium perfoliatum
Common name: Thorowwort
Symptoms: This remedy is helpful in reducing the following symptoms:
Throbbing headache
Eye pain
Headache after lying down
Back pain
Dislike of light
Nausea and vomiting
Pain in chest
Cough, this condition gets worse at night
Severe back pain
Chills between 7 am and 9 am
Body pain
Risk of falling to the left
Pain in bones
Severe headache with fever
Vomiting after a cold
Excessive fatigue
These symptoms get worse from time to time, but the patient feels better when he sweats.
Lycopodium
Common name: club moss
Symptoms: Individuals with the following symptoms may require this remedy:
Headache and pressure, which gets worse from 4 to 8 pm, coughing intermittently
Ulcers as well as redness in the eyelids
Blisters on the skin
Itchy skin
Fever that may be associated with chills that occurs between 3 and 4 p.m.
Blisters on tongue
Symptoms get worse with consumption of hot foods and drinks and lying down on the right side but symptoms may get better after midnight and with movement.
Nux vomica
Common Name: Poison Nut
Symptoms: This remedy can be used effectively to treat the following symptoms:
Extreme irritability
Headache above eyes
Feeling of being drunk that gets worse with mental fatigue
Headache and heaviness
Not liking the light, this condition gets worse in the morning
Blood in saliva
Swelling in gums
Cough, causing headache
Sore throat
Nausea in the morning and after meals
Abdominal pain
Shallow breathing
Severe back pain
Crack in the knee joint on activity
Fever with chills
Hand leg pain
Body due to fever
Sweating on only one side of the body due to fever
These symptoms worsen in dry and cold weather, during the morning and due to mental fatigue. Symptoms get better in the evening after taking adequate rest and applying pressure to the affected area.
According to Dr Rajneesh Jain of Homeopathy, diet and lifestyle changes are necessary for a dengue patient. Homeopathic remedies are widely used to treat many diseases. However, since homeopathic medicines are prepared in a very soluble form, these medicines may not work properly due to external factors. Hence, homeopathic Dr Rajneesh Jain recommends patients to incorporate the following dietary and lifestyle changes in their daily routine.
What should be done
Maintain personal hygiene.
Keep your surroundings clean.
Eat healthy foods instead of processed foods, as they are rich in fiber and nutrients.
Incorporate regular light exercises like yoga or jogging into your routine
Wear comfortable clothes.
Should should not
Reduce your intake of beverages like coffee and tea.
Do not consume alcohol and such substances, which can interfere with the working of homeopathic medicines.
Avoid consuming foods that are high in salt and sugar.
Avoid using artificial fragrances like perfumes and room fresheners.
Avoid using temperature control devices such as air conditioning or room heaters.
According to Dr Rajneesh Jain how effective are homeopathic medicines and remedies for dengue -
There have been many cases of dengue in which homeopathic treatment has proved to be very effective. During the 2001 dengue outbreak in Brazil, a single dose of Eupatorium perfloratum reduced the incidence of dengue by 81.5%. With the help of measures like Euphorium perfolitum along with Phosphorus and Crotalus horridus, the incidence of dengue was reduced by 93 percent within the first 3 months.
However, it is important to remember that in dengue the symptoms appear according to the immune response of the body. Therefore, homeopathic remedies do not work the same way in individuals with the same disease. A double-blind placebo trial conducted in 2012 showed that homeopathic remedies are effective in managing the symptoms of headache and fever associated with dengue.
Central Institute of Homeopathy and Central Council for Research in Homeopathy, India jointly administered Peripotium medicine to four dengue patients. The good thing is that no side effects were found in any patient. However, more studies are still needed for accurate information.
According to Dr Rajneesh Jain side effects and risks of homeopathic medicine for dengue -
Homeopathic remedies are generally safe for consumption. This is because these remedies are prepared from natural substances and given only after examining the patient's family history (records of disorders and diseases in the patient and his family members), which reduces the risk of allergies or side effects. Goes. However, to get the maximum benefit from homeopathic remedies, it is good to take these medicines under the supervision of a certified homeopathic practitioner.
According to Dr Rajneesh Jain, tips related to homeopathic treatment of dengue -
Dengue is a viral infection caused by mosquitoes, with mild to severe symptoms such as fever, headache, severe bone pain, joint and muscle pain. However, there is no cure for dengue and the best way is to keep yourself away from mosquitoes. But, if a person gets an infection, one should go to the doctor for a checkup to avoid complications.
Homeopathic treatment improves the overall health of the patient. It is completely safe to consume them and does not cause any side effects. Keep in mind, always consult a qualified doctor before taking any homeopathic remedy.
