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Case study: malaria (protozoa) Flashcards

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What is the name of the pathogen that causes malaria

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Pathogen: plasmodium spp

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What is malaria?

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Malaria is a disease caused by a parasite. The parasite is spread to humans through the bites of infected mosquitoes.

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How can malaria be contracted?

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Details: Transmitted by a mosquito vector.

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What are some symptoms?

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Symptoms: cyclical chills, fever, headache

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