Other names for Malaria

Plasmodium infection
Tropical malaria
Malarial fever
Mosquito-borne parasitic disease

Synopsis of Malaria

Malaria is a life-threatening parasitic disease caused by Plasmodium species, transmitted to humans through the bite of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. It remains a major global health issue, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa, Southeast Asia, and parts of South America. The most dangerous species is Plasmodium falciparum, which can cause severe illness and death if untreated.

Once inside the body, the parasites invade liver cells, then multiply in red blood cells, leading to cycles of fever, chills, and anemia. Malaria can range from mild to severe, depending on the species, the individual's immunity, and access to treatment.

Common symptoms include:

• High fever and chills (often cyclical)

• Sweating

• Headache

• Nausea and vomiting

• Muscle pain and fatigue

• Anemia and jaundice

• In severe cases: confusion, seizures, organ failure, coma

Risk factors include:

• Travel or residence in endemic regions

• Lack of prior exposure (non-immune individuals)

• Pregnancy (increased risk of complications)

• Lack of preventive measures (e.g., mosquito nets, prophylactic meds)

When to see a doctor:
Any flu-like symptoms after travel to a malaria-endemic area should be evaluated immediately. Diagnosis is made through blood smear microscopy or rapid diagnostic tests. Treatment involves antimalarial medications, such as artemisinin-based therapies or chloroquine (based on species and resistance).

Natural remedies for Malaria

Stay Hydrated: Prevents complications from fever and dehydration.

Use Mosquito Nets and Repellents: Critical for prevention, especially at night.

Rest Frequently: Reduces energy demands on the body during fever cycles.

Cool Compresses: May help manage fever temporarily.

Nutrient-Rich Diet: Supports recovery and immune resilience.

Ingredients

These raw ingredients are often used in alternative medicine to treat Malaria

green chiretta
barberry
myrobalan
betel
black cumin
turmeric
ginger
lactoferrin
licorice root
moringa
purified silver
reishi mushroom
spirulina
sweet wormwood
vitamin C
vitamin D
zinc
typhonium
clerodendrum indicum
paederia foetida
blackboard tree
fumaria parviflora
rubia cordifolia
soursop
Alcohol
Anamu
Abrus
Alchornea
Artemether
Artesunate
Arsenic
Andrographis paniculata
Andrographolide
Albumin
Albizia (unspecified)
Acetogenin
Abutua
Andrographis
Alsonia scholaris
African Basil
African Scurf Pea
Alchornea floribunda
Allyl Mercaptan
American Dogwood
Artemisia Anomala
Abuta
Alstonia macrophylla
Asparagus adscendens
Black Seed
Blepharis
Bitter Melon
Buffalo
Barleria
Billygoat plum
Bougainvillea
Black Gram
Baccharoides anthelmintica
Banyan
Black Seed Oil
Black Nightshade
Borassus aethiopum
Baobab
benzyl isothiocyanate
Balloon Pea
Balsam pear
Bird's nest
Clerodendrum phlomidis
Colombo
Cinchona
Chirata
Coin-leaf desmodium
Cassava
Colocynth
Dichroa
Desmodium molliculum
Desmodium gangeticum
Daphne
Dolichos
Dry Milk
Desmodium (unspecified)
Desmodium adscendens
Desmodium
Durum Wheat
Embelia ribes
Earthworm
Embelia
Flueggea suffruticosa
Gallesia
Hygrophila
Hyacinth bean
Indigo pulchra
immunoglobulin
Lophira lanceolata
Lactobacillus gasseri
Leptadenia
Lantana camara
Mesua
Mimosa pudica
Oldenlandia diffusa
Oldenlandia
Orchid tree (unspecified)
Phyllanthus fraternus
Phyllanthus urinaria
Plectranthus amboinicus
P-menthane-3,8-Diol
Quassia
Quinine
Senna occidentalis
Scimitar bean
Sesbania (unspecified)
Solanum anguivi
saponins
Sodium chloride
Saponins (unspecified)
Sodium chlorite
Tamarix (unspecified)
Verbena
Wormwood