Malaria Quiz
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Learn more about Malaria
Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
What is malaria?
Malaria is caused by a plasmodium parasite which is transmitted by the bite of infected mosquitoes. The severity of malaria depends on the species of plasmodium.
Symptoms of malaria
Fever
Fatigue
Sweating at night requiring change in clothing
Headache
Joint pain even when resting
Skin or eyes turning yellow
Feeling cold or shivering
Muscle pain
Questions your doctor may ask to check for malaria
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose malaria
Do you have a fever?
Do you feel fatigued?
Do you sweat so much at night that you need to change clothes?
Do you have headaches or does your head feel heavy?
Do you have joint pain even when you are at rest?
Treatment for malaria
Treatment of malaria includes anti-malarial medication against the parasite. People traveling to malaria-prone areas can take protective anti-malarial medication before, during, and after their trip.
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Diseases related to Malaria
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