Silent Reservoirs: The Hidden Challenge of Malaria
Malaria is caused by parasites of the Plasmodium genus, transmitted to humans through the bite of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. The infection cycle involves several key stages: Sporozoite Injection – During a mosquito bite, sporozoites are introduced into the bloodstream. Liver Stage – Sporozoites migrate to the liver, invade hepatocytes, and multiply. Erythrocytic Stage – Merozoites released from the liver infect red blood cells, triggering clinical symptoms…
