5 Tips For Treating Glandular Fever Naturally

Saturday, July 23, 2011

5 Tips For Treating Glandular Fever Naturally

There are several ways of natural glandular fever treatment. These ways are:

1. Boosting Immunity

There are  many  herbs , minerals and vitamins that  are practical  when one  is boosting  the  body’s  immune system in order to fight and  fight glandular  fever. The most common nutrients that are used for glandular fever treatment are zinc, Vitamin C, beta carotene and selenium.  Echinacea, olive  leaf  extracts  and  astragalus  are  the herbs  that  have  high anti-viral capabilities.

2. Liver cleansing

The liver is one of the body parts that are targeted by Epstein Barr. When the virus gets to the liver, it makes the victim to get symptoms like nausea, malaise, headaches and poor appetite. A gentle cleansing of the liver is an essential way of curing glandular fever as it helps in cleansing the body microbes and toxins.  Dandelion, milk thistle and artichoke are good herbs for cleansing and protecting the liver. Most of the liver tonics include fat metabolizers such as inostil, choline and methionine. These are nutrients that break the fat in liver down and this helps to gradually rid the body of the fat.  Plenty pure water is essential for optimal cleansing of the liver. The right amount should be 8 to 10 glasses each day. When cleansing the liver, coffee, alcohol, colorings, processed foods and preservatives should be avoided.

3. Repairing adrenals

Infections like glandular fever are often caused by stress. In order to ensure that the infection is cured fully it is important to have plenty of rest and sleep.  Those who have trouble sleeping can try taking herbs that induce sleep such as hops, skull cap and valerian. These herbs improve the quality of sleep. Nutrients such as magnesium and B complex can help in repairing adrenals. The other techniques that can help in reducing stress include meditation, yoga, spending more time with family or friends and listening to soothing music.

4. Cleaning internal cells

A clean environment in the internal cell that is free of acids, viruses and toxins is vital for natural glandular fever treatment to be effective. When the cells have a lot of toxins, the immune system   will shut down. This leaves the person exposed to the fungi, bacteria and viruses. In order to stop the infection cycle, natural glandular fever treatment should cleanse the body and regenerate the cells. This will prevent the microbes from getting a hold.  At such at time, the person  should  take  a diet that  is  composed of anti- inflammatory and cleansing  foods  as they can change  the  internal environment  to be  more  vibrant and healthy. The right foods for those who are infected are   fresh vegetables, quality protein, whole grains, essential fats and fruits. The consumption  of such  foods  should  also  be  boosted  by consumption of   pure water in plenty  so as  to flush the  toxins  from the body.

5. Aromatherapy oils

Using aromatherapy oils   that are extracted from lemon or lavender help in calming the mind. The oils might be burned using an oil burner or be added to massage oil or warm bath to relax the aching and tired muscles.

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Glandular Fever Symptoms and Treatment

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

Glandular Fever Symptoms and Treatment

Whether it is called glandular fever, mono, or the “kissing disease,” this pesky, lingering virus is a pain in the neck, literally.  The three classic symptoms are fever, sore throat and tender lymph nodes first in your neck, then in your armpits and groin as the virus moves throughout your body.   Once you are over this long-lasting sickness, you’ll be left with immunity from further cases.  Rest, drink fluids and let your body heal.  Just don’t let anyone share your glass.

More than likely, if you have glandular fever you will notice that you are really tired and have a very sore throat. The tonsils may be covered in pustules, white lumps caused by your body’s own defense system, which makes it very hard to swallow.  Overall, you’ll feel terrible, tired and sore. You will probably have a headache and your eyes might become puffy and swollen.

It is necessary to treat glandular fever like the common cold. It is a virus, after all, so it has to run its course.  Get plenty of rest and drink plenty of fluids when running  a fever. When you’re not running a fever, you can participate in the light activity. Be warned, though. The more you do, the more likely you are to make the illness last longer than the 6-8 weeks it normally takes to feel better.  It is best to take painkillers and anti-inflammatories (paracetamol or ibuprofen, for example) with lots of water and let your body heal.

Glandular fever, sometimes called infectious mononucleosis, is caused by the Epstein-Barr virus. The infection is easily spread through contact with saliva and usually affects people between the ages of 10 and 25. As such, some people jokingly refer to it as the “kissing disease,” but kissing isn’t necessary to get the bug.  The virus can be spread by sneezing , coughing, sharing drinks and, yes, kissing. The biggest problem with glandular fever is that it lingers. But the upside is that it is generally more a nuisance than a danger, and your body will develop immunity against the virus.

A serious complication of glandular fever is the possibility of an enlarged spleen. The spleen is an organ that stores white blood cells to fight infections. When your body is dealing with a case of glandular fever, it is possible but unlikely that the spleen works so hard that it ruptures.  Heavy lifting or strenuous activity can cause the condition. This is a serious problem and requires removal of the spleen. Again, there is good news. You can live without a spleen. This complication happens in less than 1% of the population.  Now you have another good reason to rest and recuperate.

Other rare complications might involve the liver and lungs. The liver, which filters toxins from the blood, has to work harder during a bout of glandular fever, and this will increase the possibility of jaundice. In this case, you may find that your skin and the whites of your eyes look yellowish. The liver will usually heal on its own as the virus mutates and the body heals. The lungs and throat can be affected by strep because they have already been weakened by the virus. Your doctor may prescribe antibiotics for strep, but these do not treat glandular fever.

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Contracting and Preventing Glandular Fever

Saturday, July 2, 2011

Contracting and Preventing Glandular Fever

Infectious mononucleosis, also known as glandular fever or the “kissing disease,” is a common viral infection most often seen in young adults and adolescents. It is particularly frequent where large numbers of people in this age group are living in close contact. As a result, college and high school students, and people in the military or any dormitory living situation are at greater risk for getting the disease.

Glandular fever is spread primarily through the saliva of infected people. A person does not need to have symptoms to infect others. Eating off of the same plate and sharing spoons, forks, or straws are common methods of contracting glandular fever. Deep kissing increases the chances of infection as does sharing toothbrushes, glasses, lipstick or anything else that may come into direct contact with the virus. A casual kiss on the lips or cheek will probably not be enough contact to infect a person.

Glandular fever first shows up as a sore throat and fever accompanied by swollen lymph glands and extreme tiredness. The fever may last between 10 and 14 days, dropping and rising during that time. The sore throat may last seven to 10 days and usually at its worst during the last 3-5 days. Swollen lymph glands in the neck, armpits and groin are common during this phase as well, but should return to normal as the infection responds to the body’s defense system.

As long as fever is present, the infected person should stay home from work or school and rest. Glandular fever is caused by a virus, so treating it medically is not really possible. The symptoms can be eased, however. Patients can safely take acetaminophen or ibuprofen to reduce the fever and relieve the pain associated with the illness. Once the fever subsides, a person can return to light activity such as school or office work. If the fever returns, the patient should return home until the fever is gone for at least 24 hours.

As with all viruses, patients should get plenty of rest and drink plenty of fluids. Throat lozenges may ease the signature sore throat. Another method for immediate relief of throat pain is to gargle salt water. The temperature should be warm, but not hot and it should be about as salty as sweat. Too much salt or water that is too hot may irritate the delicate tissues of the throat. A proper salt solution will ease the pain as it helps rinse away the accumulated pus around the tonsils.

Avoiding glandular fever is certainly possible with some careful common sense precautions. A person who has had the virus may be contagious for weeks following the end of symptoms, so they should take special care to see that no one shares their food, forks, straws, lip balms or anything else that has gone into their mouths. It is possible to live in close contact with someone who has glandular fever without contracting the illness.

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What Is Glandular Fever?

Saturday, July 2, 2011

What Is Glandular Fever?

Glandular fever, or infectious mononucleosis, is caused by the Epstein-Barr virus.  The infection is very easily spread and unusually affects people between the ages of 10 and 25.  As such, it is jokingly known as the “kissing disease,” but you don’t have to kiss someone to get it.  The virus is spread through contact with saliva, commonly known as spit, and can happen via sneezing or coughing, sharing a drink and many other ways.  The biggest problem with mono is that it lingers.  However, the upside is that it is usually more of a nuisance than a danger and your body will develop immunity to the virus.

More than likely, if you have glandular fever you will notice that you are tired and have a very sore throat.  The tonsils can be covered in pustules, making it very difficult to swallow. Also the glands in the armpits, neck and groin can become very swollen and painful.  All in all, you just feel awful, tired, and achy.  You will probably develop a headache and your eyes might become swollen and puffy.

You need to treat glandular fever like you treat a cold.  Get plenty of rest and drink lots fluids when you are running a fever.  When you aren’t, you may engage in light activity.  Be warned, though.  The more your do, the more you risk prolonging the illness.  This is not the time to start training for a marathon.  Better to take pain relievers and fever reducers (acetaminophen or ibuprofen, for example) with plenty of water rest and let your body heal.

Don’t be too worried if you don’t feel energetic for weeks.  Glandular fever takes a long time to recover from.  You may experience symptoms for as long as 2 months or more.  It is incredibly important to take it easy during this time.  You

One serious complication from glandular fever is the possibility of an inflamed spleen. The spleen is an organ that stores white blood cells to fight infections.  When your body is battling a case of glandular fever, it is possible, but not likely, for your spleen to work so hard that it ruptures.  This is a serious condition and will require the removal of the spleen.  Again, there is good news.  You can live without your spleen and this is a very rare complication.

Other rare complications involve the liver and lungs.  Your liver, which filters out toxins in your blood, will have to work harder during your bout of glandular fever, and this increases the possibility of jaundice.  If that happens, you might notice that the whites of your eyes and your skin take on a yellowish color.  Your lungs and throat may be affected by strep because they are already weakened by the virus.  Your doctor may order antibiotics for the strep, but they won’t help the glandular fever.

Whether you call it glandular fever, mono or the “kissing disease,” the condition usually clears up with time, leaving you with immunity to further cases.   Rest, drink fluids and let your body heal. Just don’t let anyone share your glass.

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