Dengue epidemic: Homoeopathic approach

Abstract

Global incidence of Dengue has noticeably increased worldwide in recent years. Dengue is a mosquito-borne viral infection, commonly found in tropical and sub-tropical climates worldwide. Dengue virus is responsible for the disease to commence in 4 different types (serotypes). Severe Dengue is serious leading cause of serious illness and death in various Asian and Latin American countries. Dengue is an acute viral infection with potential fatal complications so early detection of disease progression with severe dengue and proper medical care helps in lowering fatality rates of severe dengue. Homoeopathy has long success record in treatment of Epidemics and is recognized for secondary level prevention of dengue fever during outbreaks.