{"id":920,"date":"2024-10-08T12:57:53","date_gmt":"2024-10-08T12:57:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/en\/?post_type=opd&#038;p=920"},"modified":"2024-10-08T12:57:53","modified_gmt":"2024-10-08T12:57:53","slug":"malaria","status":"publish","type":"opd","link":"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/en\/opd\/disease\/malaria\/","title":{"rendered":"Commentary on MALARIA&#8217;s Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>\n.dim{\n\tfont-size: 24px;\n\tmargin: 50px 0 0px;\n\tbackground-color: #4cb5a0;\n\tcolor: #FFFFFF;\n\tborder-top: none;\n\tpadding-top: 0 !important;\n\tpadding: 10px 15px !important;\n}\n.usp {\nfont-size: 16px;\nline-height: 1.5;\nmargin-bottom: 20px;\n}<\/p>\n<p>.underline_02 {\n\/*background:linear-gradient(transparent 85%, #f4d20c 0%);\npadding: 0 0 10px 0;*\/<\/p>\n<p>border-bottom: solid 5px #f4d20c;\npadding: 0 0 6px 0;\n}\n.asxxs {\nbackground:linear-gradient(transparent 50%, rgba(246, 185, 104, 0.5) 50%);<\/p>\n<p>}<\/p>\n<p>.zvxb {\npadding: 0.5em 1em;\nmargin: 2em 0;\nfont-weight: bold;\ncolor: #6091d3;\nbackground: #FFF;\nborder: solid 3px #6091d3;\nborder-radius: 10px;\n}\n.zvxb p {\nmargin: 0; \npadding: 0;\n}\n    .exam_datalist dt{\n        color: #4cb39d;\n        margin-top: 2.3em;\n        font-weight: normal;\n    }\n    .exam_datalist dd {\n        margin: .7em 0;\n        line-height: 1.8em;\n    }\n    .exam_datalist a {\n        text-decoration: underline;\n        color: #4cb5a0;\n    }\n    .exam_images {\n        gap: 2em;\n        margin-top: 1em;\n    }\n    @media screen and (min-width: 1367px) {\n        p.text_margin {\n            margin-bottom: 0 !important;\n        }\n    }\n    @media screen and (max-width: 1366px) {\n        .exam_datalist dt:first-child {\n            margin: 0;\n        }\n        .exam_images {\n            flex-direction: column !important;\n        }\n    }<\/p>\n<p>#doctor .doctorbox{\n\tdisplay: flex;\n\tflex-wrap: wrap;\n\tjustify-content: flex-start;\n\tcolumn-gap: 2%;\n}\n#doctor .doctorbox .doctorpart{\n\twidth: 48%;\n\tmargin-bottom: 40px;\n\tdisplay: flex;\n\tjustify-content: space-between;\n\talign-items: center;\n}\n#doctor .doctorbox .doctorpart img{\n\twidth: 37%;\n}\n#doctor .doctorbox .doctorpart .text{\n\twidth: 60%;\n}\n#doctor .doctorbox .doctorpart .text .name{\n\tline-height: 1.5;\n\tfont-size: 15px;\n\tfont-weight: bold;\n\tmargin-bottom: 20px;\n}\n#doctor .doctorbox .doctorpart .text .detail li{\n\tpadding-left: 1em;\n\tborder-left: 4px solid #50b3a0;\n\tmargin-bottom: 7px;\n\tfont-size: 12px;\n}\n@media screen and (max-width: 768px){\n\t#doctor .doctorbox .doctorpart{\n\t\twidth: 100%;\n\t}\n\t#doctor .doctorbox .doctorpart img{\n\t\twidth: 32%;\n\t}\n\t#doctor .doctorbox .doctorpart .text{\n\t\twidth: 65%;\n\t}\n\t#doctor .doctorbox .doctorpart .text .name{\n\t\tfont-size: 14px;\n\t\tmargin-bottom: 15px;\n\t}\n}\n<\/style>\n<link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/wp-content\/themes\/clinic\/style\/css\/pages\/department-test.css?v=20240717070928\">\n<div class=\"dim\">About malaria<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"usp\" ><br \/>\nMalaria is an infection caused by Plasmodium carried by female Anopheles mosquitoes. Malaria is an infectious disease that can be transmitted through mosquito bites, not from human-to-human physical contact.<br \/>\nTransmission occurs when a female Anopheles mosquito that has been infected with Plasmodium bites a human. The Plasmodium will be released into the bloodstream and cause the parasite to develop in the liver, then attack red blood cells and cause clinical symptoms to appear.<br \/>\nIf malaria does not receive proper treatment immediately, malaria can cause complications such as anemia and hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). In more serious conditions, malaria can develop into cerebral malaria which can cause blockage of blood vessels in the brain and bleeding in the brain area.<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"dim\">Causes of malaria<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"usp\" ><br \/>\nMalaria is a disease caused by Plasmodium infection carried by female Anopheles mosquitoes, which cannot be transmitted through direct contact but through mosquito bites. It can also be transmitted through mother-baby transfusion, blood transfusion, or shared use of injection needles. There are five types of parasite species that can cause malaria in humans: Plasmodium vivax, Plasmodium malariae, Plasmodium ovale, and Plasmodium falciparum. Plasmodium vivax, a mild parasite with symptoms every three days, can survive in the liver for three years, while Plasmodium malariae, a four-day parasite, is common in Africa and the West Pacific. Plasmodium ovale, a similar parasite, is common in Africa and the West Pacific.<br \/>\nFactors increasing the risk of malaria include children under 5, pregnant women, HIV\/AIDS sufferers, those migrating to malaria-endemic areas without immunity, population mobilization, and travelers. These factors can increase the likelihood of contracting the disease.<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<section id=\"exam\">\n<div class=\"dim\">Symptoms of malaria<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"usp\" ><br \/>\nPeople infected with malaria usually only experience symptoms within 10 days to 4 weeks after the first bite. However, it is not uncommon for these symptoms to appear within 7 days after infection.<br \/>\nHere are some common symptoms experienced by malaria sufferers:<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<div style=\" padding: 1.5em 1em; margin: 2em 0; color: #000000; background: #FFF; border: solid 3px #4E1C80; border-radius: 30px; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.5;\"><!--font-weight: bold;--><span style=\"margin: 0; padding: 0;\" >\u25cf <b class=\"asxxs\">High fever.<\/b><br \/>\n<br \/>\n\u25cf <b class=\"asxxs\">Shivering.<\/b><br \/>\n<br \/>\n\u25cf <b class=\"asxxs\">Nausea and vomiting.<\/b><br \/>\n<br \/>\n\u25cf <b class=\"asxxs\">Diarrhea.<\/b><br \/>\n<br \/>\n\u25cf <b class=\"asxxs\">Headache.<\/b><br \/>\n<br \/>\n\u25cf <b class=\"asxxs\">Muscle pain.<\/b><br \/>\n<br \/>\n\u25cf <b class=\"asxxs\">Fatigue.<\/b><br \/>\n<br \/>\n\u25cf <b class=\"asxxs\">Sweating a lot.<\/b><br \/>\n<br \/>\n\u25cf <b class=\"asxxs\">Abdominal pain.<\/b><br \/>\n<br \/>\n\u25cf <b class=\"asxxs\">Loss of appetite.<\/b><br \/>\n<br \/>\n\u25cf <b class=\"asxxs\">Difficulty breathing.<\/b><br \/>\n<br \/>\n\u25cf <b class=\"asxxs\">Increased heart rate.<\/b><br \/>\n<\/span>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"dim\">Treatment for Malaria<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"usp\" ><br \/>\nMalaria treatment involves antimalarial medications, such as chloroquine, quinine, and artemisinin-based combination therapies, depending on the type and severity of the disease. Symptomatic relief may include paracetamol to reduce fever and alleviate headache and muscle pain. Severe cases may require hospitalization for supportive care, including intravenous fluids, blood transfusions, and monitoring. Preventive therapy may be given to individuals at high risk of contracting malaria, such as travelers to endemic areas or pregnant women in high-risk regions. Treatment should be initiated promptly upon diagnosis to prevent complications and reduce transmission risk. Following healthcare provider recommendations and completing the prescribed medication course is crucial for effective treatment.<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<section id=\"exam\">\n<div class=\"dim\">Prevention of malaria<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"usp\" ><br \/>\nPreventing malaria involves several key strategies:<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<div style=\" padding: 1.5em 1em; margin: 2em 0; color: #000000; background: #FFF; border: solid 3px #4E1C80; border-radius: 30px; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.5;\"><!--font-weight: bold;--><span style=\"margin: 0; padding: 0;\" >\u25cf <b class=\"asxxs\">Mosquito Bite Prevention<\/b><br \/>\nUse insect repellent containing DEET, picaridin, or oil of lemon eucalyptus. Wear long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and socks, especially during dusk and dawn when mosquitoes are most active. Use mosquito nets treated with insecticide while sleeping.<br \/>\n<br \/>\n\u25cf <b class=\"asxxs\">Antimalarial Medications<\/b><br \/>\nIf traveling to a malaria-endemic area, take antimalarial drugs as prescribed by a healthcare provider. Different medications are recommended depending on the specific region and type of malaria.<br \/>\n<br \/>\n\u25cf <b class=\"asxxs\">Mosquito Control<\/b><br \/>\nEliminate standing water around your home where mosquitoes breed, such as in buckets, flower pots, and gutters. Use larvicides and insecticides to kill mosquito larvae and adults.<br \/>\n<br \/>\n\u25cf <b class=\"asxxs\">Travel Advice<\/b><br \/>\nCheck with a healthcare provider or travel clinic before traveling to malaria-endemic areas. Follow local health recommendations and take necessary precautions.<br \/>\n<br \/>\n\u25cf <b class=\"asxxs\">Awareness and Education<\/b><br \/>\nLearn about the symptoms of malaria and seek prompt medical attention if you develop symptoms such as fever, chills, headache, and muscle aches after visiting a malaria-risk area.<br \/>\n<\/span>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"usp\" ><br \/>\nBy combining these preventive measures, individuals can significantly reduce their risk of contracting malaria and contribute to global efforts to control and eliminate the disease.<br \/>\n<\/span><br \/>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"dim\">Malaria vs dengue fever<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"usp\" ><br \/>\nMalaria and dengue are both mosquito-borne diseases with distinct characteristics. Malaria, caused by parasites transmitted through Anopheles mosquitoes, presents with cycles of fever, chills, and can lead to severe complications. Dengue, caused by the dengue virus spread by Aedes mosquitoes, manifests as sudden high fever, severe headache, joint and muscle pain, and can progress to severe forms with bleeding. Malaria is prevalent in tropical and subtropical regions globally, while dengue is widespread in urban areas of Asia, the Americas, and Africa. Prevention involves mosquito control and, for malaria, antimalarial medications. Treatment for malaria includes specific drugs based on the parasite species, whereas dengue treatment focuses on supportive care due to lack of specific antiviral therapy.<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<section id=\"doctor\">\n<h1>\u76e3\u4fee\u3057\u305f\u533b\u5e2b<\/h1>\n<ul class=\"doctorbox\">\n<li class=\"doctorpart\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/\u30a2\u30bb\u30c3\u30c8-26@2x-8.png\" alt=\"\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"text\">\n<div class=\"name\">\n            \u5185\u79d1<br \/>Dr.Kanti Widya paramartha\n        <\/div>\n<p><!--        \n\n<ul class=\"detail\">\n            \n\n<li>\u8a3a\u5bdf\u66dc\u65e5\uff1a\u6708\u66dc\u65e5\u304b\u3089\u6728\u66dc\u65e5\u3001\u65e5\u66dc\u65e5<\/li>\n\n\n            \n\n<li>\u8a3a\u5bdf\u6642\u9593\uff1a8:00~18:00<\/li>\n\n\n            \n\n<li>\u8a00\u8a9e\uff1a\u30a4\u30f3\u30c9\u30cd\u30b7\u30a2\u8a9e\u30fb\u82f1\u8a9e<\/li>\n\n\n        <\/ul>\n\n-->\n        <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"yoyaku\" id=\"reserve\">\n<div class=\"title\">For Reservations and Inquiries<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex\">\n<div class=\"box\">\n<div class=\"text\"><span>\\<\/span>For After-Hours Matters, Please Click Here!<span>\/<\/span><\/div>\n<p>        <a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/message\/BL6BW4ALMJK7E1\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"line_btn\">\n            Make an appointment via Whatsapp\n        <\/div>\n<p>        <\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"box\">\n<div class=\"text\"><span>\\<\/span>For Urgent Matters During Clinic Hours, Please Click Here!<span>\/<span><\/div>\n<p>        <a href=\"tel:+62 21 8665 6830\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"tel_btn\">\n            +62 21 8665 6830\n        <\/div>\n<p>        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"dim\">\u53c2\u8003\u6587\u732e<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"usp\" ><br \/>\n1\uff0eCenters for Disease Control and Prevention. Malaria. https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/dpdx\/malaria\/index.html<br \/>\n2\uff0eHerchline TE. Malaria. 2020. https:\/\/emedicine.medscape.com\/article\/221134-clinical<br \/>\n3\uff0eKemenkes RI. Buku saku tatalaksana kasus malaria. Jakarta: Kemenkes RI; 2020.<br \/>\n4\uff0eZekar L, Sharman T. Plasmodium falciparum malaria. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2020. https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK555962\/<br \/>\n5\uff0eCenters for Disease Control and Prevention. Treatment of malaria (guidelines for clinicians). 2019. https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/Malaria\/resources\/pdf\/clinicalguidance.pdf<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"parent":914,"menu_order":0,"template":"","acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/opd\/920"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/opd"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/opd"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/opd\/914"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=920"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}