Malaria remains a major public health concern in many countries of the world including India. It is one of the notorious infections that begin with a small, itchy collision and move forward to be somewhat more severe.

Early detection and timely treatment is important to prevent serious complications as the disease increases.

To understand what malaria is, how it spreads, and how to spot signals, we turn to experts. They share how you can protect yourself and your loved ones.

Explaining the symptoms of malaria, Dr. Pranjit Bhomik said, “Initial symptoms may be fruitless, such as fever, chills, headaches, muscle pain and tiredness. These symptoms are often confused for other conditions, which makes the initial identity difficult.”

As the infection progresses, he said, additional specific symptoms may develop, including diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, fever and sweat. He said, “Malaria can give rise to serious complications such as anemia, breathing problems and organ failure. If you suspect that you have malaria, attract direct medical attention as severe malaria can be fatal,” he said.

Importance of screening

It is necessary to get an accurate diagnosis of malaria before starting treatment and do so as soon as possible. Timely clinical testing can guide the most appropriate course of treatment and prevent complications.

To diagnose malaria, your healthcare providers will ask about your health and recent travel history, will do a physical examination, and determine blood tests.

Dr. According to Sunita Kapoor, “Micro exam is the best way to diagnose mosquito -borne disease so far. It includes the appearance of Malaria’s motivational agent Plasmodium parasites in a stained blood blot under a microscope.”

In addition to microscopy, rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) are often employed to detect malaria antigens. “As the name suggests, these tests are accelerated and simple to perform, which make them suitable for use in limited laboratory resources. For cases where microscopy is indecisive, molecular assays, such as polymerase chain reaction (PCR), parasitic DNA can also be employed.

Malaria is a vector-borne disease, it is important to control the spread of mosquitoes to protect itself from the situation. It is recommended to adopt the measures required to reduce the vulnerability of such diseases and to avoid the outbreak of infectious disease.

Standing water attracts mosquitoes, so be sure to inspect your home and surrounding environment regularly, especially during the rainy season, and empty containers filled with any bucket, cooler, or other water. Additionally, individual safety measures such as mosquito repellents and light colored, long-sleeved clothes are important in the fight against mosquitoes. Children and pregnant women especially need to be additional alert when leaving in the evening.

Also, keep your neighborhood clean by regularly checking and getting rid of any nonsense around and around your house. Mosquitoes often find comfortable places to hide in garbage.

To help the communities control the disease, it is necessary to improve water hygiene and storage. Additionally, you can protect yourself by installing mosquito screens on doors and windows so that they can usually keep mosquitoes out of their house during late hours during a herd towards homes.

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