Fever	<< Page 8 of 11 >>

Other names: Pyrexia

Description:
Fever is defined as a body temperature above 98.6°F when measured in the mouth. Most fevers are caused by bacterial or viral infections, but can also be due to dehydration, allergic or toxic reactions, cancer, HIV, and even overexertion. Fever is a sign that the body is fighting against microorganisms responsible for the illness. In these cases, proteins called pyrogens are released into the body and they raise the body temperature in order to try to help white blood cells destroy the invading organisms. The increased temperature increases the production of white blood cells and enhances their response speed and killing capacity.

Fever is an effective way in which the body defends itself because viruses and bacteria do not survive easily in areas of high temperature. It is one of the ways in which the body fights infection. As fever sets in, the body increases its temperature by making you feel cold. Shivering also generates extra heat and raises the body temperature. This is why people with fevers actually feel cold even though their bodies may be burning. The blood from the skin surface is moved to the interior of the body in an effort to reduce heat loss.

When the invading organisms are destroyed, the body returns back to its normal temperature. The loss of excess heat takes place through sweating and the movement of blood to the skin. Chills are a common sign that the temperature is being lowered.

Herbs Used:
Scutellaria baicalensis (Skullcap), Eleutherococcus senticosus (Siberian ginseng), Echinacea purpurea (Echinacea, Coneflower), Zingiber officinale (Ginger), and Aloe arborescens (Aloe).

HS Products:
Viracilin Tincture and Ofipetrin Tincture.

Recommendations:
We recommend using Viracilin in the morning and Ofipetrin in the evening. Viracilin fights the infection while Ofipetrin reduces the fever and boosts the body's energy levels. It is best to begin using these products as soon as the first signs of sickness appear (scratchy throat) and to continue using them for several days until all symptoms disappear. Our experiences have shown that a sickness can be completely avoided if these steps are taken.