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Roseola
and Homeopathy (Human Herpes Virus 6 (HHV-6)
Homeopathic remedies
will help a child with symptoms of roseola. Contact us
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What is Roseola?
Roseola is primarily a childhood
disease that typically occurs in the first two to three years of life. It
typically presents with a sudden onset of a high fever that then is followed by
a rash. Most often is effects infants and children. About 30% of the children in
the USA get roseola between aged 6 month and 3 years.
What Causes Roseola
Roseola is caused by the Human Herpes Virus 6 (HHV-6). Although still
not known exactly how the disease is spread, it may be spread by saliva
What
is the Incubation Period for Roseola?
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The incubation period is 5 to 15 days.
- Once the
fever has broken and the roseola
rash develops, your child is no longer contagious
- They will probably start feeling much better at this
point.
- The rash generally looks worse than it feels, since it
does not cause itchiness or discomfort.
Symptoms of Roseola
- Usually begins with a sudden high fever (103° to 106° F),
which usually lasts three to four days.
- Your child will most likely remain alert in spite of the
fever.
- Rash appears as the fever goes away and lasts three to
four days.
- The rash may look like measles or
rubella.
- There are rose-colored bumps two to three millimeters in
diameter.
- The rash usually appears first on the trunk of the body.
- It may
spread to the neck, arms, and legs but rarely to the face.
- Seizures may also occur without the rash. Seizures happen in 5 to 35% of all cases of
roseola. These will not cause brain damage, and they usually go away when the
fever goes down.
- Breathing problems, ear infections, and diarrhea occur in
about half the cases.
Homeopathic
Remedies for Roseola
- Aconite
Rapid
onset of high fever
- Belladonna
High
fever where the face or body are burning hot to the touch, especially with
irritability and sensitivity to noise or light
- Chamomilla
Fever
with one cheek red and the other pale, with hypersensitivity and
irritability
- Pulsatilla
For
fever, child is thirstless, very fussy and clingy, and wants to be held.
Supportive Tips
for Roseola
- Keep the child well hydrated
- Give sponge baths to keep comfortable.
- Give your child plenty of rest, naps and sleep
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