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Review Papers | Homeopathy | India | Volume 13 Issue 7, July 2024 | Rating: 5.7 / 10
Dengue Fever Management: Evaluating the Efficacy of Homoeopathic Treatment
Dr. Sarika Arjun Sandanchiv
Abstract: Dengue fever, a mosquito-borne viral infection, poses significant public health challenges worldwide. Despite advances in conventional medical treatments, the search for effective and safe alternative therapies continues. Homeopathy, a complementary medicine system, has been proposed as a potential adjunctive treatment for dengue fever. This review aims to critically evaluate the efficacy of homoeopathic remedies in the management of dengue fever. We explore the principles of homoeopathy, its historical application in treating viral infections, and specifically dengue fever. We examine the hypothesized mechanisms by which homoeopathic remedies may exert immunomodulatory, anti-inflammatory, and antiviral effects. Furthermore, the review addresses the safety profile, patient compliance, and acceptance of homoeopathic treatments. It also highlights the challenges and limitations inherent in current research, including methodological issues and regulatory considerations. Our findings suggest that while some studies report positive outcomes, the overall evidence remains inconclusive due to the variability in study designs and quality. This underscores the need for rigorous, well-designed clinical trials to definitively ascertain the role of homoeopathy in dengue fever management. The review concludes with recommendations for future research and the potential for integrative approaches that combine conventional and homoeopathic treatments to enhance patient outcomes.
Keywords: Homoeopathy, Dengue fever, DENV, CYD-TDV, Dengvaxia, Homoeopathy remedies, Homoeopathy Principles
Edition: Volume 13 Issue 7, July 2024
Pages: 1373 - 1380