Malaria Symptoms

MALARIA

DESCRIPTION

Malaria is a disease caused by a parasite. The parasite is spread to humans through the bites of infected mosquitoes. People who have malaria usually feel very sick with a high fever and shaking chills. While the disease is uncommon in temperate climates, malaria is still common in tropical and subtropical countries.

Symptoms –

Fever

Chills

General feeling

Headache

Nausea and vomiting

Diarrhea

Abdominal pain

Muscle or joint pain

Fatigue

Rapid breathing

Rapid heartbeat

Risk factors –

Young children and infants

Older adults

Pregnant women and their unborn child

Diagnosis and test –

Polymerase chain reaction

Immunofluorescence

Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay

Treatment –

Medications