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Informative Article | Homeopathy | India | Volume 13 Issue 7, July 2024 | Rating: 3.6 / 10
Hyperpyrexia in Children and its Homoeopathic Approach
Abstract: Hyperpyrexia, defined as a core body temperature exceeding 41?C (105.8?F), represents a critical elevation beyond the febrile range. This article explores the physiological mechanisms underlying temperature regulation, differentiating between hyperthermia and fever. The role of the hypothalamus in both heat conservation and dissipation is emphasized. It explores the classification of fever, common etiologies, and clinical manifestations. The article further discusses the specific challenges of fever in children, including diagnostic considerations, management strategies, and potential complications such as febrile seizures and dehydration. A overview of the homeopathic perspective on fever, including miasmatic concepts and key remedies.
Keywords: hyperpyrexia, fever, temperature regulation, homoeopathy, febrile seizures
Edition: Volume 13 Issue 7, July 2024,
Pages: 961 - 964