Prevent Malaria With Treatments Offered At Streatham Pharmacy
Malaria is a severe infection that is spread by mosquitos. It’s essential to be vaccinated before travelling to tropical regions such as large areas in Africa, Asia, Central and South America, the Dominican Republic, Haiti, parts of the Middle East and some Pacific Islands. Whether you need a prescription or some advice on Malaria, our team at Streatham Pharmacy are here to help.
Symptoms of Malaria
If you are experiencing any symptoms after returning from your travels, it’s essential to contact the emergency health line as soon as possible (dial 111). Below is a list of symptoms documented by the NHS for Malaria.
You may experience some, if not all, after being bitten by a female mosquito. Generally, symptoms of Malaria start to appear between 7 and 18 days after the bite.
High Temperature
Temperatures of 38°C or above, sweats and chills.
Loss of Appetite
Not feeling the need to want to eat
Headaches
Headaches and feeling confused
Vomiting
The feeling of being sick
Muscle Pain
Aches and pains in your muscles
Diarrhoea
Runny or loose stool
Sore Throat
Sore throat, cough and/or difficulty breathing.
Yellow Skin
The skin gains a yellow hue or whites of the eyes.
Tiredness
Commonly seen in children
Cause & Prevention of Malaria
Transmission of Malaria
Malaria is a disease transmitted through the bite of certain mosquitoes, notably females of the Anopheles species. These mosquitoes carry a tiny parasite that enters your bloodstream when they bite you. This parasite then weakens your body's defences, making you ill.
Antimalarial Treatment
Without proper antimalarial treatment within a specific timeframe, malaria can cause serious illness and may even be fatal.
Protect Yourself and Your Child
If you're planning to travel to areas where malaria is prevalent, it's important to reach out to us beforehand. We can provide you with the necessary guidance and medication to protect both you and your child from this potentially harmful disease.
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Pharmacy: Streatham Pharmacy
Address: 95 Streatham Hill, SW2 4UD
Phone: 020 8674 9201
Email: info@streathampharmacy.co.uk
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Saturday: 9am to 5:30pm
Sunday: 12pm to 4pm
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Book an appointment for your antimalarials at Streatham Pharmacy. A member of our team will be delighted to assist you.
