Ali M., 13

Malam Umar, a renowned Islamic scholar, recently brought to our attention a remarkable 13-year-old student. This young boy has been studying the Quran at Malam Umar's Islamic school for the past five years, where he has developed a passion for reciting the holy Quran. In addition to his love for Quranic recitation, Child is also an avid teacher. His parents enrolled him in the Islamic school five years ago, where he has been thriving under Malam Umar's guidance. He started having fever, headache, fatigue, vomiting and loss of appetite, abdominal cramps about 3 days ago but symptoms subside after taking a painkiller at Sangaya. This evening his condition suddenly changed, and all previous symptoms manifested. He was brought into our health facility this evening with the history of nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness and general body weakness. On presentation at our hospital, he was evaluated and diagnosed with Gastroenteritis and Malaria.

A 13-year-old patient was admitted with symptoms of fever, vomiting, headache, and general weakness. After examination and investigation, the patient was diagnosed with acute malaria. Treatment started on may 19, 2025, included antimalarial medication, intravenous fluids, multivitamins, and antipyretics. The patient showed significant improvement and was discharged on may 21, 2025, as symptoms subsided. The parent was educated on preventive measures, including the use of long-lasting insecticide-treated mosquito nets and maintaining a clean environment to reduce the risk of malaria.

Malaria should be treated promptly with the use of antimalarial drugs. If left untreated, it can lead to severe complications and even death. It can result in organ failure, severe anemia, neurological issues, and in some cases, prove fatal, making early diagnosis and treatment crucial for preventing these life-threatening consequences.