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Which species of malaria is associated with fever that occurs every third day?
Which species of malaria is associated with fever that occurs every third day?
- Plasmodium vivax
- Plasmodium falciparum
- Plasmodium ovale
- Plasmodium malariae (correct)
What is the first line medicine for confirmed uncomplicated Plasmodium falciparum malaria?
What is the first line medicine for confirmed uncomplicated Plasmodium falciparum malaria?
- Primaquine
- Chloroquine
- Artemether-Lumefantrin combination (correct)
- Quinine
What is the recommended treatment for chloroquine-resistant Plasmodium vivax malaria?
What is the recommended treatment for chloroquine-resistant Plasmodium vivax malaria?
- Artemisinin combination therapy (ACTs) (correct)
- Chloroquine combined with primaquine
- Artemether-Lumefantrin
- Quinine and doxycycline
What is black water fever characterized by?
What is black water fever characterized by?
In which organ does enlargement occur due to malaria infection in endemic areas?
In which organ does enlargement occur due to malaria infection in endemic areas?
If Artemether-Lumefantrin is unavailable, what is the second line of treatment for Plasmodium falciparum malaria?
If Artemether-Lumefantrin is unavailable, what is the second line of treatment for Plasmodium falciparum malaria?
What is the recommended treatment duration for radical treatment of malaria?
What is the recommended treatment duration for radical treatment of malaria?
What treatment is recommended for pregnant women in the first trimester?
What treatment is recommended for pregnant women in the first trimester?
What is the treatment for lactating women regarding malaria?
What is the treatment for lactating women regarding malaria?
Which malaria species is noted for complications such as maternal anemia and low birth weight?
Which malaria species is noted for complications such as maternal anemia and low birth weight?
Which drug is contraindicated for use in G6PD deficient patients?
Which drug is contraindicated for use in G6PD deficient patients?
What is the main action of Atovaquone in malaria treatment?
What is the main action of Atovaquone in malaria treatment?
Which of the following combinations is used to treat uncomplicated P.falciparum infections in chloroquine-resistant regions?
Which of the following combinations is used to treat uncomplicated P.falciparum infections in chloroquine-resistant regions?
What is the chief antimalarial drug responsible for countering gametogenesis concerns in South Asia?
What is the chief antimalarial drug responsible for countering gametogenesis concerns in South Asia?
Which malaria species can exhibit dormant schizogony due to the presence of hypnozoites?
Which malaria species can exhibit dormant schizogony due to the presence of hypnozoites?
Which of the following is true about the treatment for uncomplicated malaria in pregnant women in chloroquine-sensitive regions?
Which of the following is true about the treatment for uncomplicated malaria in pregnant women in chloroquine-sensitive regions?
Which form of malaria parasite is known to cause severe anemia due to its ability to invade all aged erythrocytes?
Which form of malaria parasite is known to cause severe anemia due to its ability to invade all aged erythrocytes?
What type of dots are associated specifically with P.vivax malaria?
What type of dots are associated specifically with P.vivax malaria?
Which of the following species are known to cause fever paroxysms that occur every other day?
Which of the following species are known to cause fever paroxysms that occur every other day?
What is the recommended treatment for chloroquine-sensitive malaria infection?
What is the recommended treatment for chloroquine-sensitive malaria infection?
What is the syndrome known as black water fever associated with?
What is the syndrome known as black water fever associated with?
Which treatment is recommended for complicated malaria infections during pregnancy in the second and third trimester?
Which treatment is recommended for complicated malaria infections during pregnancy in the second and third trimester?
In the case of treatment failure with Artemether-Lumefantrin, which alternative treatment should be used?
In the case of treatment failure with Artemether-Lumefantrin, which alternative treatment should be used?
How many days of treatment are required for radical treatment of malaria?
How many days of treatment are required for radical treatment of malaria?
Which of the following is a key characteristic of Plasmodium falciparum malaria?
Which of the following is a key characteristic of Plasmodium falciparum malaria?
Which gender of anopheles mosquitoes transmits malarial parasites?
Which gender of anopheles mosquitoes transmits malarial parasites?
Which drug is considered a hypnozointocidal agent used specifically for P.vivax and P.ovale infections?
Which drug is considered a hypnozointocidal agent used specifically for P.vivax and P.ovale infections?
What is the mechanism by which chloroquine enhances resistance in parasites?
What is the mechanism by which chloroquine enhances resistance in parasites?
Which species of malaria is associated with MAURER’S CLEFT?
Which species of malaria is associated with MAURER’S CLEFT?
What is a significant complication associated with P.falciparum malaria in terms of maternal health?
What is a significant complication associated with P.falciparum malaria in terms of maternal health?
Which drug is contraindicated due to its teratogenicity effects during pregnancy?
Which drug is contraindicated due to its teratogenicity effects during pregnancy?
Which species of malaria is noted for having SCHUFFNER DOTS?
Which species of malaria is noted for having SCHUFFNER DOTS?
Which treatment is recommended for uncomplicated P.falciparum infections in chloroquine-resistant regions?
Which treatment is recommended for uncomplicated P.falciparum infections in chloroquine-resistant regions?
Which drug acts on the parasite's electron transport chain to impair ATP production?
Which drug acts on the parasite's electron transport chain to impair ATP production?
What is the primary action of artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT)?
What is the primary action of artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT)?
In chloroquine-sensitive regions, what is the recommended treatment for uncomplicated malaria in pregnant women?
In chloroquine-sensitive regions, what is the recommended treatment for uncomplicated malaria in pregnant women?
Study Notes
Serious Forms of Malaria
- Plasmodium falciparum and Plasmodium vivax are the most serious malarial species.
- Malarial parasites are transmitted by female Anopheles mosquitoes.
Fever Patterns
- Intermittent fever occurs every other day in P.vivax, P.ovale, and P.falciparum.
- Fever occurs every third day with P.malariae.
Physical Effects of Malaria
- Infection leads to splenic enlargement in endemic areas.
Black Water Fever
- Characterized by intravascular hemolysis, acute renal failure, and passing of dark urine during severe P.falciparum infections.
Treatment Protocols
- First-line treatment for uncomplicated and severe P.falciparum is Artemether-Lumefantrin.
- Second-line treatment, if AL is unavailable or ineffective, is Quinine combined with tetracycline, doxycycline, or clindamycin.
- Chloroquine combined with primaquine is prescribed for chloroquine-sensitive infections.
- For chloroquine-resistant P.vivax, Artemisinin combination therapy (ACTs) is recommended, requiring 14 days for radical treatment.
Pregnancy Considerations
- In the first trimester, treatment should be Quinine plus Clindamycin, with ACTs only if absolutely necessary.
- In the second and third trimesters, ACTs effective in the region or Artesunate plus Clindamycin, or Quinine plus Clindamycin are recommended.
Lactating Women
- Standard ACTs are prescribed, while Dapsone, Primaquine, and Tetracycline are contraindicated.
Travelers Returning from Non-Endemic Areas
- Treatment options include Atovaquone-proguanil, Artemether and Lumefantrin, Dihydroartemisinin and Piperaquine, or Quinine with doxycycline or clindamycin.
Cellular Dynamics
- Schizonts disrupt erythrocyte membranes, causing capillary adherence and lysis.
- P.vivax and P.ovale exhibit dormant schizogony with hypnozoites that can reactivate after months.
Complications and Anemia
- P.falciparum is associated with maternal anemia and adverse pregnancy outcomes.
- Anemia is more severe in P.falciparum due to its ability to invade all aged erythrocytes and cause splenic sequestration.
Malarial Species and Morphologies
- P.vivax has Schuffner dots; P.falciparum features Maurer's clefts; P.malariae shows Zeimann's dots; and P.ovale has James dots.
Key Antimalarials
- Major antimalarials include Chloroquine, Hydroxychloroquine, Primaquine, ACTs, and Atovaquone-proguanil.
- Chloroquine may enhance gametogenesis, raising concerns about resistance.
- Primaquine is vital for eradicating liver parasites in P.vivax and P.ovale infections but is contraindicated in pregnancy and for those with G6PD deficiency due to risks of hemolysis.
Drug Mechanisms
- Artemisinins are effective against all parasite life stages.
- Atovaquone inhibits ATP production by targeting the electron transport chain.
- Proguanil enhances Atovaquone's effects by sensitizing parasitic mitochondria.
Treatment Guidelines
- Uncomplicated P.falciparum, P.malariae, or P.knowlesi infections in chloroquine-sensitive areas are treated with chloroquine or hydroxychloroquine.
- Uncomplicated P.falciparum infections in chloroquine-resistant regions require atovaquone-proguanil, Artemether-lumefantrin, or Quinine with doxycycline, clindamycin, or tetracycline.
- Uncomplicated infections in pregnant women from chloroquine-sensitive regions can use chloroquine, while those in resistant areas require Quinine and Clindamycin or Quinine plus Mefloquine, especially in the first trimester.
Serious Forms of Malaria
- Plasmodium falciparum and Plasmodium vivax are the most serious malarial species.
- Malarial parasites are transmitted by female Anopheles mosquitoes.
Fever Patterns
- Intermittent fever occurs every other day in P.vivax, P.ovale, and P.falciparum.
- Fever occurs every third day with P.malariae.
Physical Effects of Malaria
- Infection leads to splenic enlargement in endemic areas.
Black Water Fever
- Characterized by intravascular hemolysis, acute renal failure, and passing of dark urine during severe P.falciparum infections.
Treatment Protocols
- First-line treatment for uncomplicated and severe P.falciparum is Artemether-Lumefantrin.
- Second-line treatment, if AL is unavailable or ineffective, is Quinine combined with tetracycline, doxycycline, or clindamycin.
- Chloroquine combined with primaquine is prescribed for chloroquine-sensitive infections.
- For chloroquine-resistant P.vivax, Artemisinin combination therapy (ACTs) is recommended, requiring 14 days for radical treatment.
Pregnancy Considerations
- In the first trimester, treatment should be Quinine plus Clindamycin, with ACTs only if absolutely necessary.
- In the second and third trimesters, ACTs effective in the region or Artesunate plus Clindamycin, or Quinine plus Clindamycin are recommended.
Lactating Women
- Standard ACTs are prescribed, while Dapsone, Primaquine, and Tetracycline are contraindicated.
Travelers Returning from Non-Endemic Areas
- Treatment options include Atovaquone-proguanil, Artemether and Lumefantrin, Dihydroartemisinin and Piperaquine, or Quinine with doxycycline or clindamycin.
Cellular Dynamics
- Schizonts disrupt erythrocyte membranes, causing capillary adherence and lysis.
- P.vivax and P.ovale exhibit dormant schizogony with hypnozoites that can reactivate after months.
Complications and Anemia
- P.falciparum is associated with maternal anemia and adverse pregnancy outcomes.
- Anemia is more severe in P.falciparum due to its ability to invade all aged erythrocytes and cause splenic sequestration.
Malarial Species and Morphologies
- P.vivax has Schuffner dots; P.falciparum features Maurer's clefts; P.malariae shows Zeimann's dots; and P.ovale has James dots.
Key Antimalarials
- Major antimalarials include Chloroquine, Hydroxychloroquine, Primaquine, ACTs, and Atovaquone-proguanil.
- Chloroquine may enhance gametogenesis, raising concerns about resistance.
- Primaquine is vital for eradicating liver parasites in P.vivax and P.ovale infections but is contraindicated in pregnancy and for those with G6PD deficiency due to risks of hemolysis.
Drug Mechanisms
- Artemisinins are effective against all parasite life stages.
- Atovaquone inhibits ATP production by targeting the electron transport chain.
- Proguanil enhances Atovaquone's effects by sensitizing parasitic mitochondria.
Treatment Guidelines
- Uncomplicated P.falciparum, P.malariae, or P.knowlesi infections in chloroquine-sensitive areas are treated with chloroquine or hydroxychloroquine.
- Uncomplicated P.falciparum infections in chloroquine-resistant regions require atovaquone-proguanil, Artemether-lumefantrin, or Quinine with doxycycline, clindamycin, or tetracycline.
- Uncomplicated infections in pregnant women from chloroquine-sensitive regions can use chloroquine, while those in resistant areas require Quinine and Clindamycin or Quinine plus Mefloquine, especially in the first trimester.
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Test your knowledge on the different species of malaria and their characteristics. This quiz covers various aspects of malaria, including the transmission by mosquitoes, fever patterns, and affected organs. Challenge yourself to see how well you understand malaria.
