Dengue fever has become a recurring health challenge in India, especially in South India, during the monsoon season and homeopathy have a major role in curbing the infection and especially in increasing the platelets levels. With stagnant water serving as a perfect breeding ground for mosquitoes, cases of dengue rise sharply every year. The culprit is the Aedes aegypti mosquito, which breeds in clean, stagnant water.
Unlike other viral infections, dengue is not spread through air or droplets. Instead, transmission occurs when a mosquito bites an infected person and then transmits the virus to another through its bite. This makes preventing mosquito breeding and eliminating stagnant water around homes the very first step in dengue prevention.
Symptoms of Dengue Fever
Dengue usually presents like any other viral fever but has some key distinguishing features:
- Sudden high fever (up to 103–104°F)
- Severe headache, often around the eyes
- Muscle and joint pains (sometimes called “breakbone fever”)
- Extreme tiredness
- Skin rashes
- Gastrointestinal symptoms (vomiting, diarrhea)
- Bleeding tendencies: the most dangerous aspect of dengue. This can appear as small red spots (petechiae) on the skin, gum bleeding, vomiting blood, or passing blood in stools.
Bleeding occurs when platelet counts drop significantly. A platelet count below 30,000 can trigger severe and sometimes life-threatening bleeding if not managed in time.
Monitoring Platelets in Dengue
In dengue cases, fever usually lasts 3–7 days. During this period, daily monitoring of platelet levels is crucial. While a mild drop is common in all viral fevers, dengue is unique because of its marked and persistent decline in platelets, sometimes by 30,000–40,000 per day.
If left unchecked, this can lead to internal bleeding and fatal complications.
The Role of Homeopathy in Dengue Treatment
Homeopathy has shown great promise not only in managing dengue symptoms but also in post-viral complications. By working on the body’s natural defense mechanism, homeopathic medicines help control fever, relieve body pains, manage bleeding tendencies, and support platelet recovery.
Here are some commonly used remedies:
1. Fever Management
- Belladonna 1M – Twice daily for 2 days
- Pyrogenium 200 – Four times daily
2. Headache Relief
- Gelsemium 200
- Ruta 30
- Bryonia 200
(Choice depends on the patient’s symptoms.)
3. Body Pains
- Eupatorium 200 – Especially useful in severe bone pains
- Rhus Tox 200 – For body aches with restlessness
4. Bleeding Tendencies
- Phosphorus 1M – Single dose
- Lachesis 1M – Single dose
(Helps in preventing or controlling bleeding.) - 5. Platelet Support
- One of the most effective remedies I have used in practice is:
- X-Ray 30 – Given every 2 hours in cases of dangerously low platelets.
This medicine has consistently helped in increasing platelet counts within 1–2 days. - Additionally:
- Carica Papaya Mother Tincture (10 drops, four times daily) is also useful, but X-Ray 30 has been particularly effective in acute viral cases.
A Real-Life Case from My Clinic
Recently, a patient came to me with a positive dengue report and a platelet count drop from 1.5 lakh to 1.02 lakh within 2 days. While her fever was already controlled, the sharp fall in platelets was worrying.
I immediately started her on X-Ray 30 as the platelet support remedy. Within a day and a half, her platelet count rose to 1.6 lakh, showing remarkable recovery.
Final Thoughts
Homeopathy offers a safe and effective approach to managing dengue fever and its complications, especially platelet reduction. However, it’s important to remember that each case is unique. Remedies must be selected based on the individual’s symptoms, constitution, and severity.
⚠️ Note: Dengue can become serious if left untreated. Always consult a qualified doctor before taking any medication. Self-treatment is not recommended.
Dr. Sreechithra H
(BHMS, MSc Psychology)
CEO, Ease Homeopathy
Homeopathy and natural remedies—supporting the body’s healing power during dengue and
beyond.
