Rotavirus Infection

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Rotavirus Infection

Rotavirus is a common contagious virus that leads todiarrhoea in infants and children which can even become fatal. This infection can be primarily managed at home with rehydration. Dehydration is the most serious complication of rotavirus and leading cause of childhood deaths. Maintaining good hygieneis an important thing to prevent rotavirus infection. In Ayurveda, the symptoms of rotavirus infection can be related to Atisara. Dr. Gupta’s IAFA is an eminent institution in the management of various allergies and infections in children. Ayurpediatrics is a separate department in IAFA, designed for child health and welfare.

Causes of Rotavirus Infection

Rotavirus will be present in the stool of an infected person several days before onset of symptoms and for about 10 days after symptoms recede. The virus can spread easily through hand-to-mouth contact throughout this time. If proper hand hygiene is not maintained after using the toilet, the virus can spread to anything that gets touched, including food, toys and utensils. The virus remains infectious on surfaces for weeks or longer until the area gets disinfected. As there are many types of rotavirus, one can get infected many times.

Ayurvedic reference of Rotavirus Infection

Symptoms of Rotavirus Infection

Symptoms of rotavirus infection generally start within two days of exposure to the virus. Initial symptoms include:

Fever
Vomiting
Watery diarrhea that lasts for 3-8 days
Abdominal pain

“Dr. Gupta’s IAFA offers effective Ayurvedic management for rotavirus infection in children. Institute of Applied Food Allergy® is always concerned with improving health in children as well as adults through its unique Ayurvedic treatment protocols”.

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-Dr. Sahil Gupta (B.A.M.S., M.H.A.)

Ayurvedic Allergy Specialist
CEO & Founder of IAFAⓇ

Diet in Rotavirus Infection

Do’s (Pathya) in Rotavirus Infection

Whole-grain breads
Yogurt
Fruits
Vegetables
Intake of fiber containing fruits and vegetables
Light and easily digestible food
Intake of lesser quantity of food
Frequent intake of lukewarm water
Maintain good hygiene to prevent infection
Washhands especially after the use of toilet
Hygienic breast feeding

Don’ts (Apathya) in Rotavirus Infection

Soda
Dairy products other than yogurt
Sugaryfoods
Caffeine
Excess food intake
Improperly cooked food
Intake of food before digesting previous meal
Cold water
Fried and bakery food
Bottled soft drinks and artificial juices
Intake of unfamiliar food items
Sleeplessness
Mental stress in children
Playing in contaminated water

Yoga and Pranayama in Rotavirus Infection

Practice of Yoga helps to strengthen abdominal muscles. Regular practice of following Yoga postures will be helpful to empower the digestive system

Parighasana
Ananda Balasana
Malasana
Bhujangasana
Ardhamatsyendrasana
Jataraparivrithi

Pranayama helps to bring the movement of Vatadosha under control. It helps in maintaining normal bowel movements.

Ayurvedic Treatment of Rotavirus Infection

Ayurveda has detailed protocol for the management of Rotavirus Infection in children. It includes internal medicines, treatment procedures and judicious use of single herbs.

Internal Medicines for Rotavirus Infection

KaidaryadiKwatha
Mustakaranjadikwatha
Rajanyadichoorna
Ashtachurna
Kutajarishta

Ahiphenasava
Kutajavaleha
Ardrakarasayana
Vilwadilehya
Chitrakadigulika

Treatment Procedures for Rotavirus Infection

Sirolepa (Application of medicinal paste on head)
Sirodhara (Pouring medicated water on head)
Sirovasti (Retention of medicated oil on head)

Single Herbs in the Management of Rotavirus Infection

Ardraka (Zingiberofficinale)
Haridra (Curcuma longa)
Jeeraka (Cuminumcyminum)
Pippali (Piper longum)
Patha (Cissampelospareira)

Kutaja (Holarrhenaantidysentrica)
Aswagandha (Withaniasomnifera)
Musta (Cyperusrotundus)
Ahiphena (Papaver sominiferum)

Article Written By: Dr. Sahil Gupta (B.A.M.S., M.H.A.)

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: How is rotavirus infection caused?

Answer: Rotavirus infection is caused by the spread of this virus from an infected person mainly due to lack of hand hygiene.

Question: What are the symptoms of rotavirus infection?

Answer: The primary symptoms of rotavirus infection include fever, vomiting, watery stools, abdominal cramps etc.

Question: Is Ayurvedic treatment effective in rotavirus infection?

Answer: Yes. Ayurveda offers effective treatment for rotavirus infection through various medicines that replenish lost body water content, purifies digestive tract and strengthens body tissues.