Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Especially in children and pregnant women, blood sugar can become very low.
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The patient may become unconscious.
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This can be caused by both P. falciparum and quinine treatment.
Metabolic Acidosis
Acid accumulates in the body, which is very dangerous. The patient’s breathing pattern changes (Kussmaul breathing).
Severe Malaria Syndrome
Multiple organs begin to fail simultaneously (multi-organ failure).
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Blood pressure drops (shock).
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Bleeding tendencies can develop.
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The mortality rate is very high.
Blackwater Fever
This is a rare but serious complication involving massive hemolysis (destruction of red blood cells).
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The urine becomes dark colored (black/brown).
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Kidney damage may occur.
Splenic Rupture
In very rare cases, an enlarged spleen can rupture, causing internal bleeding. This is a medical emergency.
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In Pregnant Women
Malaria is more severe in pregnant women. The risk of complications is high.
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Miscarriage, premature delivery, low birth weight baby, and maternal death can occur.
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