What happens during the disease - plasmodium ovale malaria
Plasmodium ovale malaria is caused by the plasmodium ovale parasite, which is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected anopheles mosquito. once inside the human body, the parasite multiplies in the liver before entering the bloodstream and infecting red blood cells. the infected red blood cells then burst, releasing more parasites which infect more red blood cells, causing symptoms such as fever, chills, headaches, and anemia.
Plasmodium ovale malaria - Prevention
The best way to prevent plasmodium ovale malaria is to use insect repellent, wear long-sleeved clothing, and sleep under a mosquito net when travelling to areas where the disease is common. additionally, it is important to take antimalarial medication as prescribed by a doctor before, during, and after travelling to an area where malaria is present.