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With the change of seasons, cases of viral infection and viral fever increase rapidly. It is a common health problem that can affect everyone from small children to the elderly. Therefore, we should increase immunity, and viral fever is not usually serious. But if not treated at the right time, it weakens the body and can cause other complications.
In this blog, we will know in detail what viral fever is, what its symptoms are, why it spreads, and most importantly, what precautions we should take to prevent and protect against it.
➡What is viral fever?
Viral fever is a condition in which the body increases its temperature due to a viral infection. Normally, the body temperature is 98.6°F (37°C). When it exceeds 100°F, it is called a fever.
Viral fever occurs when a virus enters our body and fights our immunity. The body raises its own temperature to eliminate the virus, thereby slowing down the growth of the virus.
➡Main causes of viral fever
✅ Change of weather – When the weather suddenly changes from rainy or cold to summer.
✅ Weak immunity – Those who have weak immunity.
✅ Coming in contact with an infected person – by sneezing, coughing or shaking hands.
✅ Dirty water and contaminated food – Infection from food/water containing the virus.
✅ Mosquito bites – fevers like dengue, chikungunya or malaria.
✅ Living in crowded places – The virus spreads quickly.
➡Symptoms of viral fever
High fever
Chills and body shivers
Headache
Body and muscle pain
Sore throat
Cough and cold
Fatigue and weakness
Loss of appetite
Sometimes diarrhea and vomiting
Irritation or redness in the eyes
➡Identification of viral fever
Viral fever is identified not only by checking the temperature with a thermometer, but also on the basis of other symptoms. Doctors sometimes get blood tests, CBC, dengue/malaria tests, and other lab tests done to find out whether it is a normal viral infection or the effect of a serious virus.
➡Measures to prevent viral fever
✅ Take care of hygiene
Wash your hands frequently with soap.
Cover your mouth while coughing or sneezing.
Do not use the utensils, towel, or clothes of the infected person.
✅ Purity of food and water
Drink only clean and boiled water.
Do not eat stale or dirty food outside.
Prefer fresh food made at home.
✅ Strengthen immunity
Take things like amla, basil, turmeric, and ginger daily.
Eat a balanced diet that is rich in vitamin C, protein, and zinc.
Do yoga and pranayama.
✅ Avoid crowds
Where the virus infection has spread, go less.
Wear a mask.
✅ Protection from mosquitoes
Use a mosquito net.
Do not let water accumulate in the house.
Apply mosquito repellent cream.
✅ Adequate sleep and rest
Sleep for 7–8 hours daily.
Maintain a balance between work and rest.
➡Home remedies for viral fever
✅ Tulsi and ginger tea – helpful in reducing infection and increasing immunity.
✅ Turmeric milk – anti-viral and anti-inflammatory properties.
✅ Giloy decoction – considered a panacea for viral fever.
✅ Lemon and honey water – keeps the body hydrated.
✅ Coriander water – reduces body heat.
✅ Steam inhalation – relief from cough and cold.
➡What to do and what not to do in viral fever
Do’s
Drink plenty of water and fluids.
Eat light and easily digestible food.
Take medicine on time.
Consult a doctor.
Don’ts
Do not eat fried food outside.
Do not take antibiotics on your own.
Do not overwork the body.
Do not take a fever lightly.
Prevention of viral fever in children
Avoid taking children to crowded places.
Feed them homemade, nutritious food.
Make it a habit to wash your hands.
Get vaccinated on time.
➡Precautions for elderly and weak people in viral fever
Give them warm water only.
Give a balanced diet.
Protect them from very cold or very hot places.
Give medicine only on the advice of a doctor.
➡Ayurveda and viral fever
According to Ayurveda, the imbalance of Vata, Pitta, and Kapha in the body increases viral fever. Medicines like Giloy, Ashwagandha, Tulsi, and Amla prevent this disease by increasing immunity.
➡Treatment in modern medicine
Doctors usually give paracetamol, anti-viral syrup, and vitamin supplements. In severe cases, hospitalization may also be required.
➡Conclusion
Viral fever is definitely a common disease, but it can be easily prevented by taking timely precautions and proper treatment. We should keep our immunity strong, pay attention to hygiene, and adopt a balanced lifestyle.
“Prevention is better than cure” – If you follow the above measures, you will be safe not only from viral fever but also from many other infections.
