Algid malaria

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The term “algid malaria” (L. “algidus" = cold) is obsolete. The condition is characterised by hypotension with progression to shock. The patient is clammy and often feels cold. There is no fever. Often there is septicaemia with Gram-negative bacteria. Mortality is high. As well as therapy with quinine, treatment with antibiotics and IV fluid administration is of great importance. Shock seldom occurs in malaria if there is no septicaemia. Splenic rupture can also cause hypovolaemic shock, however.

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