What is malaria definition?
My daughter had a science project on diseases, and she asked me to explain malaria. I know it's a common disease, but I want to give her a clear and simple explanation. What is the definition of malaria?
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9 months ago
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Yes, malaria is basically a parasitic disease spread by the bite of an infected female Anopheles mosquito. If you have high fever with chills, please get a quick blood test done.
7 months ago
Having had malaria twice, I can tell you the textbook definition is a blood parasite infection from mosquito bites. Practically, it means sudden shivering, high fever, and extreme weakness. The only tip that works is getting a blood test on day one of fever instead of waiting.
6 months ago
Haan bhai, malaria wahi hai jo machhar ke kaatne se hota hai, female Anopheles machhar se. Isme thand lagke tez bukhar aata hai, na? Agar aisa kuch hai toh turant doctor ke paas jao aur test karwao, dilaasa mat rakho.
9 months ago
I completely understand getting anxious when looking up medical definitions online. Malaria is just a treatable infection caused by a parasite from mosquito bites. If you are feeling unwell, don't worry, a simple blood test at a clinic will clear things up and doctors can cure it easily.
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8 months ago
Malaria is defined as a serious disease caused by a plasmodium parasite. I once ignored a mild shivering fever thinking it was just a normal cold, and my platelet count dropped drastically. Please get tested immediately if you have fever with chills.
5 months ago
Honestly, we just learned this for our bio exam. Malaria is a protozoan disease transmitted by mosquito vectors. But on a real note, with all the waterlogging around, it is super common, so better to use mosquito repellents daily.