3 Strange Symptoms of Malaria You May Not Expect

2017

Malaria is a potentially deadly disease which can be transmitted to humans by a single mosquito bite. The most deadly form of malaria is due to a parasite called Plasmodium falciparum.

Increased prevention and control rules have led to a reduction in malaria mortality rates, though it is still a considerable obstacle in the world. Early diagnosis of malaria is important to preventing deaths. It also contributes to decreasing transmission of malaria. Here is some strange symptoms of malaria that you may not expect.

1Headache

Headache is one of the most prevalent malaria signs. This does not mean that anytime you have a headache you are suspected to have malaria.

It should be noted that malaria damage the red blood cells which may lead to obstruction of small blood vessels in the head and other areas in the body leading to headaches.

Additionally, the activities of the body’s defense mechanisms can lead to headaches. Consult a medical physician if you have a headache that is accompanied by other symptoms of malaria.

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