Malaria
Malaria is considered one of the most dangerous diseases in the world, and is one of the biggest risks that travellers can face while abroad, infecting and killing millions of people every single year. If you are planning on travelling to an area where malaria is endemic it is essential that you take all the necessary precautions to protect yourself against the disease. There are several different antimalarial treatments available, each of which differ according to dosage and the risk factor of the area that you will be visiting.
If you are planning a trip abroad, you may benefit from our free online consultation which could help you to select the most appropriate malaria treatment for you. We offer free overnight delivery, so you can be sure that you will receive your medication in time for your travels.
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What are the causes of malaria?
Malaria is caused by the plasmodium parasite, which is carried by the female anopheles mosquito. When this mosquito bites an infected person, it contracts the parasite and passes it on to the next person it bites. Once it is in the bloodstream, the parasite travels to the liver and invades your red blood cells, where it multiplies. The blood cells eventually burst, releasing large numbers of the parasites into your body. This usually occurs in cycles of 48-72 hours, causing feverish symptoms such as sweating and chills.
What malaria symptoms do you need to look out for?
The most common malaria symptoms are similar to those you may experience when you have the flu. They include a high fever (38°C or above), muscle pains, diarrhoea, headaches, sweats, chills and a cough. As you will be losing red blood cells, you may also experience anaemia and jaundice.
The plasmodium falciparum parasite, which is the most dangerous malaria parasite, can cause more severe malaria symptoms, such as seizures, kidney failure and even a coma.
Malaria symptoms can appear in as little as ten to 15 days after being bitten, but in some cases it may take up to a year for them to show.
Where am I most at risk?
As the female anopheles mosquito carries the malaria parasites, you are most at risk in climates that are hot and humid where this mosquito lives. High risk areas include North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East, the Caribbean, Central and South America, Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu and the Solomon Islands.
How can I protect myself against malaria?
It is essential that you begin your course of preventative treatment before you travel abroad to a high risk area. You can also protect yourself against mosquito bites by applying mosquito-repellent creams. Some sunscreens now contain ingredients which help to prevent insect bites. It is also advisable to use a mosquito net that has been treated with insecticide to discourage mosquitoes at night, when they are their most active.
Can I buy malaria treatment online?
Yes, malaria treatment is available to buy online from euroClinix. You will first need to complete an online consultation, which will be viewed by one of our doctors. The doctor will then confirm that the treatment is safe and effective for you at your chosen destination, and the medication is then prescribed to you. This prescription will be filled by our pharmacy, which will dispatch the medication to you via our overnight delivery service, which is completely free.
