B53: Other parasitologically confirmed malaria
Parasitologically confirmed malaria refers to a group of infectious diseases caused by Plasmodium parasites, which are transmitted through the bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. The parasites multiply in the liver and then infect red blood cells, causing various symptoms like fever, headaches, and chills. If not treated, malaria can disturb the blood supply to vital organs and lead to complications such as anemia, kidney failure, or coma. The severity and progression of the disease can vary depending on the type of Plasmodium species involved. Specialized tests are essential to confirm the presence of Plasmodium parasites in the blood, hence the term 'parasitologically confirmed'. This classification covers cases where the illness is definitively diagnosed through parasitological methods.
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