Treatment of Fever!

Treatment of Fever

Homeopathic Treatment of Fever
Acupuncture & Acupressure Treatment of Fever
Psychotherapy Treatment of Fever
Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Fever
Surgical Treatment of Fever
Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Fever
Other Treatment of Fever
What is Fever
Symptoms of Fever
Causes of Fever
Risk factors of Fever
Complications of Fever
Lab Investigations and Diagnosis of Fever
Precautions & Prevention of Fever
Treatment of Fever

Homeopathic Treatment of Fever

Homeopathic remedies can cure fever, speed recovery and will aid the body’s natural process of healing itself. It helps to reduce the burning of skin and eyes. Some of the homeopathic remedies for fever are:

Aconite
Belladonna
Nux vomica
Pulsatilla
Rhus tox

 Acupuncture & Acupressure Treatment of Fever

In the acupuncture treatment of fever, the body is able to improve because of the restoration of qi, the flow of energy through your body. Both acupuncture and acupressure strengthen the immune system and helps to regulate the body’s immune response.

Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Fever

Allopathic treatment of fever uses over-the-counter medication, such as Acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Aspirin is prescribed only for adults. If fever is the result of bacterial infection, such as pneumonia or strep throat, then antibiotics are prescribed. Viral infections are treated with antiviral drugs.

Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Fever

Take High fluid diet like juices, glucose water, soups etc.
Avoid fatty foods and spicy foods
Eat protein diet like milk, eggs & dhal

What is Fever?

A fever is a rise in internal body temperature to levels that are considered to be above normal. For an adult, a fever may be uncomfortable, but fever usually isn’t dangerous unless it reaches 103 F (39.4 C) or higher.

 Symptoms of Fever

Sweating and Shivering
Headache and Muscle aches
Loss of appetite
Dehydration
General weakness
Hallucinations
Confusion
Irritability
Convulsions
Dehydration

Causes of Fever

A virus
A bacterial infection
Heat exhaustion
Extreme sunburn
Medicines such as antibiotics, narcotics, barbiturates, and antihistamines
A malignant tumor
Trauma or injury such as a heart attack, stroke, heatstroke, heat exhaustion, or burns
Some immunizations, such as the diphtheria, tetanus and acellular pertussis (DTaP) or pneumococcal vaccines

Complications of Fever

Severe dehydration
Hallucinations
Brain damage
Fever-induced seizure (febrile seizure), in children ages 6 months to 5 years 

Diagnosis of Fever

Your doctor will diagnose the fever by doing physical exam and by asking question about your medical history. He look for an infection or noninfectious cause of your fever based on your other symptoms and a physical exam. Blood tests are needed to confirm a diagnosis.

Precautions & Prevention of Fever

Reduce your exposure to infectious diseases
Wash your hands before eating, after using the toilet and after petting animals
Cover your mouths when coughing and noses when sneezing