Adults with malaria tend to experience chills and fever – classically in periodic intense bouts lasting around six hours, followed by a period … See more

Malaria infection develops via two phases: one that involves the liver (exoerythrocytic phase), and one that involves red blood cells, or erythrocytes (erythrocytic phase). When an infected mosquito pierces a person's skin to take a blood meal, sporozoites in the … See more

Due to the non-specific nature of malaria symptoms, diagnosis is typically suspected based on symptoms and travel history, then … See more

Malaria is treated with antimalarial medications; the ones used depends on the type and severity of the disease. While medications against … See more

Malaria is caused by infection with parasites in the genus Plasmodium. In humans, malaria is caused by six Plasmodium species: See more

Methods used to prevent malaria include medications, mosquito elimination and the prevention of bites. As of 2023, there are two See more

When properly treated, people with malaria can usually expect a complete recovery. However, severe malaria can progress extremely rapidly and cause death within hours … See more