A fatal infectious malarial fever characterized by destruction of the red blood cells, hemoglobinuria.
A form of malaria where haemoglobin from red blood cells is released into plasma and makes the urine dark.
A rare and serious complication of malignant tertian (falciparum) malaria in which there is massive destruction of the red blood cells, leading to the presence of the blood pigment hemoglobin in the urine. The condition is probably brought on by inadequate treatment with quinine; it is marked by fever, bloody urine, jaundice, vomiting, enlarged liver and spleen, anemia, exhaustion, and in fatal cases a reduced flow of urine resulting from a blockage of the kidney tubules. Treatment involves rest, administration of alkaline fluids and intravenous glucose, and blood transfusions.
Blackwater Fever caused by rapid breakdown of red blood cells (acute intravascular haemolysis), with resulting kidney failure as the breakdown products block the vessels serving the kidney filtration units.
Bloody urine (hemoglobinuria) that occurs as a complication of falciparum malaria infection. It is the result of red blood cell destruction and the release of hemoglobin. It occurs most commonly in patients who have been treated with drugs derived from quinine.
Cerebral malaria is a rare but severe complication that can arise from falciparum malaria, which is considered the most dangerous form of malaria. This condition is characterized by various symptoms, including loss of consciousness, high fever, vomiting, and the presence of very dark urine. The dark color of the urine is attributed to the presence of pigments released from destroyed red blood cells, which subsequently filter into the urine. Cerebral malaria demands urgent medical attention due to its life-threatening nature. Proper diagnosis, prompt treatment with appropriate antimalarial medications, and supportive care are crucial in managing this serious complication. Seeking immediate medical assistance is essential for anyone displaying symptoms associated with cerebral malaria, as early intervention can greatly improve outcomes.