Customer question:
Is body shaking a symptom of malaria? Anonymous customer's question
Pharmacist's answer:
Yes, body shaking is one of the common symptoms of malaria. Malaria is caused by parasites of the genus Plasmodium, transmitted by the bites of infected mosquitoes. Once the parasites enter the bloodstream, they cause cyclical symptoms known as "malaria attacks." Body shaking is usually part of this cycle of symptoms.
A malaria attack usually begins with a shaking phase lasting from a few minutes to an hour. During this period, the person shakes violently, feels chills, and may feel cold. The shaking phase is followed by a high fever phase, followed by intense sweating. The entire attack cycle can be repeated at regular intervals, depending on the type of Plasmodium parasite.
In addition to body shaking, other symptoms of malaria can include high fever, muscle and joint pain, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and other problems. If malaria is suspected, seeking medical help for proper diagnosis and treatment is imperative.
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