Significance of Fever
Synonyms: Temperature, High temperature, Pyrexia, Elevated body temperature, Febrile condition
In Dutch: Koorts; In German: Fieber; In Finnish: Kuume; In Spanish: Fiebre
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Hindu concept of 'Fever'
In Hinduism, Fever (Jvara) signifies both a physical ailment with elevated body temperature and a metaphor for emotional distress. It symbolizes challenges that can be managed by medicinal practices and metaphysical governance.
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 4: Iatrochemistry
(1) A common symptom that can be addressed by the medicinal preparation detailed in the text.[1] (2) A health condition that the medicine is claimed to alleviate.[2] (3) A common illness that this formulation is intended to cure.[3] (4) A common symptom or condition that the prepared medicine is claimed to cure.[4] (5) A symptom that the medicine aims to cure.[5]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 2: Minerals (uparasa)
(1) An elevated body temperature condition that can be managed with the use of Kampilla.[6]
From: Charaka Samhita (English translation)
(1) A common sign among the various types of acute spreading affections; characterized by increased body temperature.[7] (2) An elevated body temperature due to an underlying condition, categorized into two varieties.[8]
From: Bhesajjakkhandhaka (Chapter on Medicine)
(1) A common clinical symptom categorized in internal medicine, often indicating an underlying illness.[9]
From: Skanda Purana
(1) Symbolized by Jvara, it represents an ailment that can be directed or controlled by the king.[10]
From: Brihaddharma Purana (abridged)
(1) Fever is described as the eldest son of Adharma, possessing a multitude of heads, eyes, and a peculiar appearance.[11]
From: Bhakti-rasamrta-sindhu
(1) A health condition associated with elevated body temperature, which can be a physical response to the emotional state of cinta.[12]
From: Sahitya-kaumudi by Baladeva Vidyabhushana
(1) A metaphorical expression for intense emotional distress or longing, particularly within romantic contexts.[13]
The concept of Fever in local and regional sources
Fever symbolizes both a recurring illness impacting Krishnamurti and a newborn in Suryanarayana and Meenakshi's family, as well as Mahimamoyee's deceitful claim to evade domestic responsibilities.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) A medical condition afflicting the narrator's sister, causing worry among family members.[14] (2) A recurring illness faced by Krishnamurti and later the new child born to Suryanarayana and Meenakshi.[15] (3) Mahimamoyee's claimed illness to manipulate circumstances, hoping to avoid cooking.[16]
The concept of Fever in scientific sources
Fever is characterized as an elevated body temperature that signifies systemic inflammation, particularly in relation to Amavata, highlighting its role as a key symptom of underlying health conditions.
From: World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
(1) Referred to as Jvara, associated with a range of symptoms including body warmth, salivation, and appetite loss.[17] (2) A prevalent non-respiratory symptom among COVID-19 patients, indicating infection, experienced by 74.76% of respondents.[18]
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Holistic Medicine
(1) An elevated body temperature that can accompany Amavata and is indicative of systemic inflammation.[19]
From: International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
(1) An increase in body temperature, often a sign of infection, including those caused by airborne pathogens.[20]
From: Ancient Science of Life
(1) Increased body temperature due to infection or illness, for which poochendurappattai is utilized.[21]
From: Journal of Indian Society of Periodontology
(1) A common symptom associated with dengue fever, typically characterized by sudden onset and lasting between 2 to 7 days.[22]