As the monsoon season arrives, rains brings relief from the roasting summer heat. This season also create the perfect breeding ground for viruses and infections. There are so many viruses and infections which spread rapidly in rainy season. One of the most common widespread illness during the monsoon season is viral fever. It spreads to people of all age groups, viral fever usually causes fatigue, body ache, and high temperature—leaving you weak and exhausted.
Fortunately early care, proper treatment, and preventive measures can heal you faster, you can recover quickly and reduce your chances of falling sick this monsoon.
What is Viral Fever?
Viral fever occurs due to various types of viral infections that spread quickly throughout the rainy season due to high dampness, standing water, and mosquito breeding. In contrast to bacterial fevers, viral fevers typically resolve on its own in a few days but with proper rest and care and diet.
Common Symptoms of Viral Fever are
- Sudden rise in body temperature
- Chills and shivering
- Headache and muscle pain
- Fatigue and weakness
- Sore throat or cough
- Runny nose or nasal congestion
- Occasional rashes (in some viral infections)
How to Cure Viral Fever Naturally and Medically
- Rest is Important – Give your body appropriate time to heal by resting/sleeping and avoiding physical work. Still little walk is good.
- Always Stay Hydrated – Always prefer to drink warm water, soups, or herbal teas to avoid dehydration and flush out all toxins from body. Which keeps you hydrated.
- Healthy Diet – Include light, boiled, easily digestible foods like khichdi, fruits, and vegetables in your diet for faster recovery.
- Fever Management –Paracetamol usually used as unprescribed medicine, it can help bring down high fever in very less time. Basically used for aches all over the body.
- Home Remedies – Ginger tea, tulsi leaves tea, and honey can soothe sore and painful throat and provide immunity strength. Provide relaxation for the time being.
- Doctor’s Consultation – If fever lasts past 3 days, or is convoyed by difficulty breathing, chest pain, or rashes, consult a doctor immediately. It might be crucial for your health.
Precautions to Prevent Viral Fever This Monsoon
- Avoid Standing Water – Keep surroundings of your house and locality clean and prevent mosquito breeding near your home. And if found one try to fill that whole or spread g0asoline on standing water
- Drink Safe Water – Make sure always drink boiled or filtered water to prevent aquatic infections. Especially during monsoon season.
- Boost Immunity – Include immunity-boosting foods like citrus fruits, turmeric, garlic, and leafy greens these can help you recover fast and increase immunity.
- Personal Hygiene – Wash hands frequently, use sanitizers, and maintain good respiratory hygiene. Use napkins while sneezing, use wet wipes for cleaning while outing.
- Avoid Street Food – Rainy season increases the risk of food contamination. Eat freshly cooked homemade meals. Avoid street foods as much as possible.
- Use Mosquito Protection – Mosquito repellents are useful, use nets, and wear full-sleeve clothing to prevent biting. Mosquitoes are the common way spreading of dieses.
- Stay Dry – Change wet clothes quickly after soaked in rains and avoid being in damp conditions to reduce infection risk. If got soaked in rain, take shower immediately, to reduce risk of getting cold. Make sure to keep your cloths dry, wearing little damp clothes can also increase chances of infection, and can give you rashes.
Final Word
Viral fever is a common infectious disease in the monsoon season, which spreading rapidly in this season, with proper care and strong precautionary habits, you can protect yourself and stay healthy. Prioritise rest, hydration, immunity, and hygiene to fight off infections. Afterall—prevention is always better than cure, especially when it comes to seasonal illnesses. Some small habits can save us and our loved ones from being sick and prevent from losing good time. It is always better to have precautions.