What are the symptoms of malaria? The potentially deadly disease can be transmitted to humans by a single mosquito bite. The most deadly form of malaria is due to a parasite called Plasmodium falciparum. Malaria is prevalent in some countries like malaria in Zimbabwe. Recently, there is a vaccine against malaria or malaria shot which can prevent it.
Increased prevention and control rules have led to a reduction in malaria mortality rates globally, though it’s still a considerable obstacle in the world. Early diagnosis of malaria is key to preventing deaths. It also contributes to decreasing transmission of malaria. Symptoms and signs of malaria can develop as fast as seven days after an infected mosquito bites you. So, lets start with the symptoms of malaria to stand against malaria.
6Abdominal Pain
Abdominal pain is another well-known malaria sign that is more common to occur when the infection is due to Plasmodium falciparum.
Abdominal pain occurs as the parasites find their access into the liver and spleen where they cause inflammation.
The inflammation makes an enlargement of the liver and the spleen which press against other organs and tissues in the abdominal cavity.
The increased pressure produces pain that a patient may confuse with stomach pain. Nevertheless, the truth is that abdominal pain due to malaria infection does not occur in the stomach directly.
An abdominal pain that is accompanied by other signs like fever, headache, or muscular pain may mean that you have malaria.
You should also know that abdominal pain is a common symptom of stomach cancer. Here are symptoms of stomach cancer you should never ignore.
