Expert answer:
Malaria is infectious parasitic disease caused by Plasmodium sp and acquired through chopped of the female mosquito Anopheles, per blood transfusion or by sharing infected needles and syringes.
If malaria is not adequately treated, it can evolve to the severe form with brain damage, anemia, and damage to vital organs.
O diagnosis malaria is done with a blood test known as thick drop. With this examination, from blood drops taken from the person's finger, it is possible to identify the parasite in the microscopic and give the diagnosis of malaria.
Other tests are available and can be used to diagnose malaria.
Malaria can be prevented with:
- Use of repellents;
- Use of curtains, mosquito nets and screens;
- Use of long-sleeved clothing and pants;
- Elimination of mosquito breeding sites;
- Basic sanitation measures;
- Use of insecticide;
- Use of prophylactic medication in specific cases for certain travelers.
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