Can malaria kill you?
I saw a documentary about malaria and it looked really scary. With so many mosquitoes around, I'm genuinely worried. Is it true that malaria can actually be a fatal disease?
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7 months ago
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Bro, yes, malaria is actually super serious if you ignore it. A guy in my hostel thought it was just normal college flu and ended up in the ICU because his platelets crashed. Don't take it lightly.
7 months ago
Yes, severe malaria can definitely be fatal if left untreated or misdiagnosed. Please do not trust any home remedies or WhatsApp forwards claiming to cure it; go straight to a qualified doctor for a proper blood test.
7 months ago
Yes, malaria can lead to cerebral malaria or organ failure which can be fatal. Please do not take any chances with high fevers. Go to a diagnostic lab or hospital immediately to get checked.
7 months ago
Listen to me, don't get scared but yes, untreated malaria can be fatal. It is a very serious infection of the blood. If you or someone you know has high fever with chills, go to the hospital right now and let the doctors handle it.
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4 months ago
Yes, malaria can be fatal if the parasites reach the brain or cause organ failure. While drinking papaya leaf extract is good for recovery, you must go to a hospital immediately for proper medical treatment if you have a high fever.
4 months ago
My grandfather had severe malaria years ago and he had to be kept in the ICU because his kidneys started failing. Thankfully he recovered, but it made our whole family realize how dangerous this disease can get if treatment is delayed.
4 months ago
Haan, bilkul jaanleva ho sakta hai agar sahi samay par dawai na li jaye toh. Malaria ko halke me mat lo na yaar. Turant doctor ko dikhao aur apna test karwao.