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Is malaria an infectious disease?

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Is malaria an infectious disease?

Malaria is a mosquito-borne infectious disease caused by the bite of female Anopheles mosquitoes, which spread infectious plasmodium parasites into a host.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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At what stage is the malaria parasite transmitted to humans?

Malaria spreads when a mosquito becomes infected with the disease after biting an infected person, and the infected mosquito then bites a noninfected person. Additionally, via the bloodstream, it reaches the liver causing malaria.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What are some of the signs of malaria?

The most prominent signs of malaria are fever and chills. In rare cases, one can also experience rashes and nausea.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What is the treatment for non-severe cases of malaria?

For non-severe cases of malaria, one needs to take sugar cane juice and few prescribed medicines to control the infection and recover quickly.

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What are the symptoms of cerebral malaria?

Cerebral malaria is a serious condition. In adults, cerebral malaria is part of a multi-organ disease. Patients develop fever, headache, body aches, and progressively, delirium and coma.

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Can malaria turn to pneumonia if untreated?

No, malaria can cause acute respiratory distress. However, it doesn't always turn into pneumonia.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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