Short Animation Film - Maleria Fever ( 3AGE Creation )
A disease caused by a plasmodium parasite, transmitted by the bite of infected mosquitoes.
Common
More than 1 million cases per year (India)
Treatable by a medical professional
Spreads by animals or insects
Requires a medical diagnosis
Lab tests or imaging always required
Short-term: resolves within days to weeks
The severity of malaria varies based on the species of plasmodium.
Symptoms are chills, fever and sweating, usually occurring a few weeks after being bitten.
People travelling to areas where malaria is common typically take protective drugs before, during and after their trip. Treatment includes antimalarial drugs.
How it spreads
By animal or insect bites or stings.
By blood products (unclean needles or unscreened blood).
Critical: consult a doctor for medical advice
Common symptoms of malaria include:
shaking chills that are moderate to severe.
high fever.
profuse sweating.
headache.
nausea.
vomiting.
diarrhea.
anemia.
