| All-Natural Methods to Treat this Mild Viral Illness |
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| Roseola - Roseola 2007 |
| Written by Frank Mangano |
| Wednesday, 24 January 2007 20:48 |
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Roseola is an infection that usually affects children between the ages of 6 months to 3 years. However, in some cases, adults can be affected as well. The condition is so common that most children become infected with roseola by the time they reach age 4. Symptoms of roseola vary from person to person. In children with mild cases, clear signs and symptoms may never seem to appear. While others experience the full range of signs and symptoms.In most cases, roseola isn't serious. Rarely, complications from a very high fever can result. If signs and symptoms of the infection appear, it will usually happen within 1 to 2 weeks of exposure to another infected person and may include: Fever - Often higher than 103 F, the fever may last as long as a week. A slightly sore throat or a runny nose along with or preceding the fever may also occur in some children. Swollen glands in the neck may also develop. Rash - A rash consisting of small pink dots or patches typically appears after the fever, but not in every case. The rash can last from a few hours up to seven days but isn’t itchy or uncomfortable. The spots making up the rash are generally flat, but some may be raised. A white ring may surround some of the spots. In most cases, the rash starts on the chest, back and abdomen and then spreads to the neck and arms. Other signs and symptoms of roseola may include: - Fatigue - Irritability in infants and children - Mild diarrhea - Decreased appetite - Swollen eyelids Roseola is most commonly caused by the human herpes virus 6 (HHV6). However, another herpes virus known as human herpes virus 7 (HHV7) may also cause the condition. Both of these viruses are related to those that cause cold sores and genital herpes but are very different. Roseola spreads from person to person through contact with an infected person's respiratory secretions or saliva similar to any other viral infection. The same ways in which a person can catch the flu, a cold or any other viral infection hold true for roseola as well. While there is no sure-fire way to prevent roseola, the regimen outlined below can help treat the condition safely and naturally: Keep an infected child cool by applying a towel or sponge soaked in lukewarm water. Ice, cold water, fans or alcohol rubs on the body should not be used. Never give aspirin to a child. The child should drink plenty of liquids to prevent dehydration. Vitamin C and Zinc (take as directed on label) - Help stimulate the immune system. Echinacea (take as directed on label) - Natural immunity booster. Goldenseal (take as directed on label) - Fights infection and cleanses the body. Garlic (take as directed on label) - Stimulates the immune system and prevents upper respiratory infections. Herbal teas can help lower fever. Use licorice, catnip, peppermint, chamomile and lemon balm, either alone or in combination, to make tea. Acupuncture - Reduces fever and may have a calming effect on children. * Important note: The recommended doses are for those over age 18. Always check herb and vitamin use with your child’s health care practitioner prior to administering them. Download a special F-R-E-E 38 page report titled, “The Best Natural Ways to Lower Your Blood Pressure, Reduce Your Waistline and Take Back Your Health:”
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