Malaria
What is Malaria?
Malaria is an infection spread through the bite of an infected Anopheles mosquito. The infected mosquitoes carry the Plasmodium parasite. When this mosquito bites you, the parasite is released into your bloodstream.
The parasite then enters the liver, matures there and its matured form then starts attacking the red blood cells of the body. 
Within 48 to 72 hours, the parasites inside the red blood cells multiply, causing the infected cells to burst open. The parasites continue to infect red blood cells, resulting in symptoms that occur in cycles that last two to three days at a time. A look at public statistics!!
As per World Health Organization
95% of India’s population lives in malaria endemic areas
India accounts for 75% of all Malaria cases in South East Asia
Malaria – Symptoms
High Fever
Headache
Vomiting
Anemia
Chills
Sweating
Nausea
Diarrhea
Muscle Pain
Fatigue
How is malaria diagnosed?
Your doctor would clinically suspect malaria based
on your recent history along with your signs and
syptoms.
A final diagnosis of malaria is possible only through
specific lab tests.
How is malaria treated?
Your doctor would treat malaria with the help of anti malarial drugs. These drugs act by suppressing the malarial parasite in the blood and preventing its growth
In addition, your doctor may also add medicines for controlling your fever and other symptoms.
What are the ways to prevent malaria?
Apply mosquito repellent to exposed skin, particularly at dusk and overnight. Mosquito nets, especially those impregnated with insecticide are very helpful, particularly in high-risk areas. Air conditioning and mesh protection at windows may help to prevent insects from entering a bedroom at night.
If you suspect malaria, reach out to your doctor immediately for help. If you are about to visit a high risk area, also consult your doctor to take the necessary precautions
If infection with malaria is suspected, a blood test to confirm the presence and type of malaria is necessary as soon as possible so that threatment can be started right away.
