How long does malaria last?

The main fever usually goes away in 4-5 days of starting anti-malarial tablets. But the extreme weakness can easily last for two weeks.

Once you start the proper course of medicine prescribed by your doctor, malaria control happens within a week. But please get your blood checked again after completing the dose to make sure the parasite is completely gone from your system.

My malaria lasted for about a week when I had it two years ago. Because of my high BP, the doctor monitored my vitals very closely to ensure the high fever did not cause any other complications. Do not self-medicate, get a proper blood test.

Please make sure you finish the entire course of medication even if you feel completely fine on day 3. I have heard of cases where malaria relapsed because people left their tablets halfway. It is very scary, so please be extremely careful.

While taking your doctor's tablets, drink fresh papaya leaf juice or coconut water to help maintain your platelet counts. The intense fever drops in 3 days, but these home liquids really help you recover your energy much faster over the next ten days.

Haan, malaria fever toh 4-5 days mein down ho jata hai medicines se, par body pain aur weakness thoda lamba chalta hai na. At least two weeks lag jaate hain normal routine mein aane ke liye. Bilkul jaldbazi mat karna.

The fever left me in 4 days but my taste buds took almost 3 weeks to recover! Everything tasted like cardboard, which was heartbreaking for a foodie like me. Just survive on light soups until your appetite comes back.