Malaria
Overview
Malaria is caused by Plasmodium parasites transmitted by Anopheles mosquitoes. The disease occurs in tropical and subtropical regions and can cause fever, chills, and flu-like symptoms. Without treatment, it can lead to severe complications.
Detailed Symptoms
Fever, chills, headache, muscle pain, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, anemia.
Symptoms
No symptom data available.
Treatment
Treatment depends on the type of malaria and includes antimalarial medications such as artemisinin-based combination therapy.
Course of Disease
Malaria can progress from uncomplicated to severe forms, potentially leading to organ failure and death.
Complications
No complication data available.
Prevention Details
Prevention includes antimalarial prophylaxis, mosquito bite prevention, and use of insecticide-treated bed nets.
Prevention
No prevention data available.
Epidemiology
Malaria occurs in tropical and subtropical regions, with an estimated 229 million cases annually.
Risk Factors
Traveling to endemic areas without prophylaxis, outdoor activities during mosquito activity hours.
Indications
Antimalarial prophylaxis is recommended for travelers to malaria-endemic areas.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis is confirmed by microscopic examination of blood smears or rapid diagnostic tests.
Prognosis
Prognosis is good with early diagnosis and treatment. Severe malaria can be fatal.
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Content Warnings
This information is for educational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice.
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Medical Information
- Vaccine-preventable
- No