Meena Devi Meena Devi Asked 8 months ago

How to detect malaria?

My son has been having a high fever and body ache for a couple of days now, and it's monsoon season. How do I know if it's just a regular fever or if it could be malaria? Is there anything specific to look for?

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Ruchika Joshi Ruchika Joshi Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago
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Malaria is quite common during monsoon, no? High fever with chills and shivering, then sweating profusely - that's a classic sign. Also, body aches and headache are usually there. If you suspect it, a simple blood test called an MP smear can confirm it quickly. Don't wait too long!

Girish Rao Girish Rao Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

When I had malaria a few years back, my BP actually shot up because of the fever and stress. The main thing to look for is that cyclic fever, where it comes and goes with chills. Get a blood test immediately if you have those symptoms. Regular health checkups help catch such things early.

Meera Krishnan Meera Krishnan Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

For malaria, the key is rapid diagnosis. If you develop high fever, severe body aches, and especially alternating chills and sweats after being in a mosquito-prone area, don't delay a visit to the doctor. They'll do a quick blood test. Early treatment prevents complications, which is essential when you have a busy schedule.

Kunal Shah Kunal Shah Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Malaria? Ugh, the thought of losing appetite when you have a fever is the worst! But seriously, if you get sudden high fever with chills and a terrible headache, that's malaria shouting. Don't try to just eat some soup and wait; get to a clinic for a blood test. No food is worth that kind of risk!

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Shweta Gupta Shweta Gupta Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

It was so draining when I had malaria, physically and emotionally. The constant chills and then drenching sweats made me feel so helpless. If you feel that intense, recurring fever with chills, please know it's not just a 'normal flu'. Get yourself tested immediately and don't feel bad about taking proper rest.

Preeti Sharma Preeti Sharma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Haan ji, malaria ka toh pata chal jaata hai jaldi. Agar bohot tez bukhar aa raha hai, aur thand lagti hai pehle phir paseena aata hai, toh samajh lo. Sar dard aur badan dard bhi hoga hi. Na, der mat karna, seedha doctor ke paas jaake blood test karwa lo.

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