Customer question:
Could shaking and chills indicate malaria? Anonymous customer's question
Pharmacist's answer:
Yes, shaking and chills are common symptoms of malaria. Malaria is caused by parasites of the genus Plasmodium, transmitted through the bite of infected mosquitoes. Once the parasites enter the bloodstream, they multiply in the liver and then infect red blood cells, causing cycles of malarial symptoms. Malaria symptoms usually appear a few weeks after being bitten by an infected mosquito. Shaking and chills usually occur in the first cycle of symptoms, a "malaria attack." These attacks may occur at regular intervals depending on the type of parasite.
In addition to shaking and chills, symptoms of malaria may include:
- High fever: After shivering and chills, a high fever may occur.
- Sweating: a fever attack is usually followed by intense sweating.
- Sickness and fatigue: Malaria often causes general weakness, fatigue, and exhaustion.
- Pains in the muscles and joints: pains in the muscles and joints often occur.
You must consult a doctor immediately if you experience shaking, chills, or other symptoms that could indicate malaria. Early detection and treatment of malaria are crucial to prevent the severe complications that this disease can cause.
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