4 home remedies to prevent and treat dengue fever

The nation's capital has long faced the threat of viral diseases transmitted by mosquitoes. A new municipal report released on Monday revealed that 290 new cases of dengue fever were reported in Delhi during the week ending Oct. 27, up from 190 the previous week. According to the latest report, 1,310 people were diagnosed in Delhi, Delhi. However, the numbers are even lower than those of dengue last year, which amounted to 3,272 for the same duration. About 830 new cases of dengue fever were reported in October, accounting for more than 64% of the total number of cases reported this season, the report said. Until now, the death of a 13-year-old girl from the Wazirabad region, who died of dengue fever on September 18 at the Hindurao Hospital, was confirmed. According to the report, 427 cases of malaria and 129 cases of chikungunya have also been reported this season until 27 October. In 2015, Delhi experienced its worst dengue epidemic with more than 11,800 cases and 60 deaths, according to civic organizations.

Dengue is a mosquito-borne disease caused by the Aedes mosquito infected with a dengue virus. It is a seasonal threat that many Indian cities face each year, especially after the monsoon. Dengue fever has flu-like symptoms that appear approximately 3 to 4 days later. There is a vaccine against dengue, but symptoms such as fever and muscle pain can be managed with medication.

Signs and symptoms of dengue fever

A decrease in the number of platelets is one of the main symptoms of dengue fever. The most common symptoms include:

• Strong sudden fever
• Headache
• Heaviness or pain behind the eyes
• Joint and muscle pain
• Fatigue and exhaustion
• Nausea
• Itchy skin
• Low blood pressure

Here are some genius home remedies for preventing and treating dengue fever:

• Papaya leaves: Delhi-based wellness expert Dr. Gargi Sharma says, "Papaya leaves help increase platelet counts and reduce fever symptoms such as body aches, chills, fatigue and nausea. . " The best way to use papaya leaves for dengue is to crush them and consume or drink its juice, which will help flush out the toxins.
• Giloy: According to Ayurveda, giloy helps maintain metabolic rate, strengthen the immune system and protect our body against infections. Dr. Gargi Sharma recommends boiling the giloy stems and drinking them as an herbal drink.
• Tulsi And Black Pepper Leaves: Dr. Simran Saini, a nutritionist in Delhi, suggests drinking a drink made of boiling tulsi leaves and adding about 2 grams of black pepper. This drink helps to strengthen your immunity and acts as an antibacterial element.
• Fenugreek leaves: We all know the health benefits of fenugreek seeds, but their leaves are also beneficial, especially for fighting dengue fever. Fenugreek leaves act as a sedative to relieve pain and promote a more restful sleep in people with dengue fever. You can soak the leaves in water and then drink it or you can get methi powder and mix it with water and take it.