After 20 years, malaria cases are being seen again in America. The CDC reports that cities such as Florida and Texas have had 5 malaria cases each reported in the past two months. Of the 5 cases, 4 are from Texas and one from Florida. The CDC has issued an alert declaring malaria a medical emergency. People are advised to get a medical examination done if symptoms are seen. These sudden cases have alerted everyone.
Patients Did Not Travel From Outside
According to the CDC report, the risk of malaria in the US is at an all-time low. Usually, people who travel from other countries bring malaria with them. About 95 per cent of malaria infections occur in African countries. But, in the current cases, the people diagnosed with malaria have never travelled abroad. This means that he got malaria while living in the country. Experts believe that only local mosquitoes are spreading this infection, which can spread rapidly from one to another.
What Can You Do To Avoid Malaria?
- Do not allow water to accumulate around the house—neat things like pots or coolers. Check the windows and doors of the house to see if there are any holes in them. Also, use mosquito repellent spray inside the house.
- Wear clothes that cover your arms and legs. Wear only long sleeve shirts or T-shirts and full pants.
- Don’t go to places like a garden in the evening, with more trees and plants. This also increases the chances of mosquito bites.
- Show the doctor immediately if you see symptoms like malaria.
What Is Malaria?
This disease caused by mosquito bites is spread by 5 types of parasites, which are carried only by female mosquitoes. In humans, this disease spreads only through the bite of mosquitoes. It is spread when a mosquito bites an infected person and then bites a healthy person.
What Are The Symptoms Of malaria?
In the case of malaria, such symptoms can be seen in the patient:
- Diarrhoea
- Vomit
- Nausea
- Fever
- Shudder
Not treated on time can lead to kidney failure, coma, seizures and even death.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and How Does Malaria Occur?
The bite of a female Anopheles mosquito causes malaria. Mosquitoes of this species are more in the rainy season. Due to the bite of a malarial mosquito, a person starts having a fever and headache.
How Long Does Malarial Fever Last?
It is necessary to diagnose malaria on time and start treatment on time. If the patient gets good and completes treatment, then the symptoms of malaria start getting cured soon. Patients take at least two weeks to recover fully.
How Is Malaria Diagnosed?
Malaria disease is diagnosed through blood smear tests.
Is Malaria Deadly?
Mosquitoes cause this disease and can be fatal if not treated properly.
