Malaria due to Plasmodium falciparum, unspecified
Malaria due to Plasmodium falciparum, unspecified clinical and global spread profile: 3 countries, 3 WHO outbreak events since 2022.
Malaria due to Plasmodium falciparum, unspecified · ICD-10 B509 · ICD-11 1F40Z · 3 WHO events across 3 countries (2022–2024).
Top affected countries
| Country | Region | Events | % of global |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethiopia | AFR | 1 | 33% |
| Congo Democratic Republic of the | AFR | 1 | 33% |
| Pakistan | EMR | 1 | 33% |
Clinical description
An infectious disease caused by protozoan parasites from the Plasmodium family that can be transmitted by the bite of the Anopheles mosquito or by a contaminated needle or transfusion. Falciparum malaria is the most deadly type.
Symptoms (severity 1–7)
| Symptom | Severity |
|---|---|
| Diarrhoea | 6 |
| Nausea | 5 |
| Vomiting | 5 |
| Chills | 3 |
| Headache | 3 |
| Sweating | 3 |
| High fever | — |
| Muscle pain | — |
Recommended precautions
- Consult nearest hospital
- Avoid oily food
- Avoid non veg food
- Keep mosquitos out
WHO case definition
A disease caused by an infection with the protozoan parasite Plasmodium falciparum. This disease is characterised by fever, chills, headache, myalgia, arthralgia, weakness, vomiting, or diarrhoea. This disease may also present with splenomegaly, anaemia, thrombocytopenia, hypoglycaemia, pulmonary or renal dysfunction, or neurologic changes. Transmission is through the bite of an infected mosquito. Confirmation is by identification of Plasmodium falciparum in a blood sample.
Countries Affected
3
Outbreak Events
3
Year Range
2022–2024
ICD-10 B509
Malaria due to Plasmodium falciparum, unspecified
Visualization
Global Prevalence Snapshot
Based on WHO Disease Outbreak News events (2022–2024).
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