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What are some of the signs of malaria?

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 28 Sep 2023

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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.

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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.

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Why is malaria not easily diagnosed?

Malaria is not easily diagnosed because the symptoms are similar to viral fever and other diseases. In addition, as it comes under the category endemic hence rapid diagnostic tests are not available to diagnose it instantly in countries such as the US and UK. In India, due to the tropical climate it is more common and hence easily diagnosed.

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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.

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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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