M. Yogi1, D. Madhusudhan Reddy2, Eslavath Nagu3
BACKGROUND
In view of the increase in the incidence of falciparum malaria in our area, most of the patients coming from malaria endemic areas, to know the spectrum of malaria in a district level teaching hospital, we have taken up this subject.
METHODS
It was a Prospective Observational Study during the years July 2013 to July 2015. All children with clinical suspicion of malaria between age group of 0-12 years were admitted in paediatric ward.
RESULTS
During the period of study in 2 years, we have observed that there is progressive increase in the incidence of pf. malaria with particular increase during the months of July to October which is being a rainy season. Retrospective data of the number of pf. malaria cases admitted in our hospital in the previous two years also showed increased incidence.
CONCLUSIONS
Supportive treatment like control of fever, convulsions, blood transfusion is as equally important as specific treatment. Parasite F test is easy to diagnose, even a health worker in PHC can diagnose. Outcome is good when the treatment is started early pointing out to the importance of quick diagnosis and treatment.
