“AN AYURVEDIC INSIGHT TOWARDS DENGUE FEVER”

Dr. Sumit Srivastava*

ABSTRACT

Dengue, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), is the most rapidly spreading mosquito-borne viral disease in the world. Aedes aegypti breeds near human habitation, using relatively fresh water from sources such as water jars, discarded containers etc. Dengue fever begins with a sudden high fever, often as high as 104 - 105 degrees Fahrenheit. Other symptoms include Fatigue, Joint aches, Muscle aches, Nausea. In present study Agantuj Visham Jvara features are found similar as symptoms of Dengue fever. Due to Virus infestation and irregular nature of fever it can be co-related with Agantuj Visham Jvar. In present study Agantuj Visham Jvara features are found similar as symptoms of Dengue fever. With the help of this study, early diagnosis and alternate method of treatment without any side effects can be established to prevent death.

Keywords: Dengue fever, Agantuj Visham Jvara, Dhatugat avastha in Dengue fever, Ayurvedic management of Dengue fever.