Malaria how is it treated

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Links with this icon indicate that you are leaving the CDC website. Linking to a non-federal website does not constitute an endorsement by CDC or any of its employees of the sponsors or the information and products presented on the website. Treatment of malaria depends on many factors including disease severity, the species of malaria parasite causing the infection, and the part of the world in which the infection was acquired.

The latter two characteristics help determine the probability that the organism is resistant to certain antimalarial drugs. Additional factors such as age, weight, and pregnancy status may limit the available options for malaria treatment. More on: Malaria Treatment in the United States. CDC provides consultations for healthcare providers needing guidance on diagnosis, management of malaria cases, access to antimalarial medication, or urgent issues related to adverse antimalarial drug reactions on a hour basis.

More on: Malaria Hotline. Commercial Availability of Artesunate for Injection. Contact Us. Skip directly to site content Skip directly to page options Skip directly to A-Z link. If you suspect you have malaria or that you've been exposed, you're likely to start by seeing your family doctor. However, in some cases when you call to set up an appointment, you may be referred to an infectious disease specialist. If you have severe symptoms — especially during or after travel in an area where malaria is common — seek emergency medical attention.

Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. This content does not have an English version. This content does not have an Arabic version. Diagnosis To diagnose malaria, your doctor will likely review your medical history and recent travel, conduct a physical exam, and order blood tests.

Blood tests can indicate: The presence of the parasite in the blood, to confirm that you have malaria Which type of malaria parasite is causing your symptoms If your infection is caused by a parasite resistant to certain drugs Whether the disease is causing any serious complications. Request an Appointment at Mayo Clinic.

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