Malaria is a potentially life-threatening disease, especially when complicated by a septic shock. When patients present in such a critical condition, the currently available literature allows a dilemma to develop as to which the correct treatment strategy is concerning fluid resuscitation. However, diagnostic limitations can make distinction between malaria and other infections challenging. Therefore, the objective of this study was to determine the relative contribution of malaria to adult sepsis in south-western Uganda. This information is gotten from Malaria journal
Symptoms include :Fever, Headache, Chills, Poor appetite, Diarrhea, Hypotension (low blood pressure, particularly when getting up from lying or sitting)
Causes
Bacterial infections are one of the most common causes of sepsis. Fungal, parasitic and viral infections are also potential sepsis causes. You can get sepsis when an infection triggers a chain reaction throughout your body causing organ dysfunction.
Weak immune system
people with weakened immune systems can contract sepsis malaria
Chronic Illnesses
people with chronic illnesses, such as diabetes, lung disease, and cancer
Surgery
people who have had sepsis before, people who have had a recent severe illnesses, undergone surgery, or been admitted to hospital. These information are according to medical news today.
In conclusion, People who contract malaria are at risk of developing sepsis. Sepsis is a life-threatening emergency that happens when your body’s response to an infection damages vital organs and, often, causes death. Like strokes or heart attacks, sepsis is a medical emergency that requires rapid diagnosis and treatment. Always contact your Healthcare provider for proper diagnosis and treatment.
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