what is a spleen?why does it get affected by malaria?
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The spleen is the site for lymphocytes proliferation and immune surveillance. It is also responsible for blood cleansing. It extracts aging blood cells and platelets from the blood. It also stores some of the breakdown products of blood, like iron, for reuse. \n    I would think that since malaria is a parasite that enters the red blood cells, this is how it affects the spleen. It probably causes the spleen to clean out the infected cells which will cause the blood to have too few red blood cells, maybe causing something like anemia? this last part is only a guess though.
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Malaria is caused by plasmodium falciparum, a bacteria that can be found in mosquito saliva.  As a result of being bitten by the mosquito, p. falciparum causes the individual's red blood cells to burst open, or "lyse".  This is a problem for individuals in Africa, where p. falciparum is common.  Africans have evolved to have their cells "sickle", or change to a crescent shape.  Sickle cells do not lyse in the presence of plasmodium falciparum, but as you probably know, it creates other problems (so it's an evolutionary "trade off").  Sickle cells dont flow through capillaries well, and therefore they cause a log jam in the capillaries, effectively blocking off efficient blood flow to the organ they are supplying.  This can cause those tissues to die in the area of blockage, something called an "infarct".  In sickle cell patients, splenic infarcts are very common, for example, so their spleens often have to be removed.  Hope this helps!!!!
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Erythrocytes are produced in the bone marrow in adults and they are produced in the liver in an embryo. The spleen filters out old RBCs.
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Malaria is a mosquito borne disease caused by the protozoan Plasmodium.The life cycle of malarial parasite comprises 2 phases namely the asexual phase in human & sexual phase in the female anopheles mosquito(Definitive host).\n\nIn the asexual phase,the parasite undergoes asexual multiplication in the liver & blood. Man acts as the intermediate host. Initially when an infected mosquito bites,the plasmodium is introduced into the humanbody in the form of Sporozoites.The sporozoites pass into blood stream & after, abt 30 minutes they disappear from the blood & reach the liver parenchymal cells(hepatocytes).\n\nInside the liver cells,the sporozoites become rounded. Their nuclei undergo repeated divisions & daughter nuclei are surrounded by the cytoplasm.This stage,the parasite is called Schizont.\n\nThe schizonts burst & release the merozoites.The liberated merozoites then invade the RBCs to start the erythrocytic schizogony(multiple asexual reproduction).In the erythrocytes the merozoites passes thro' 1.Signet ring stage 2.Amoeboid stage 3.Rosette stage 4.Schizoint stage. This results in malarial fever.
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The immune system is the system of specialized cells and organs that protect an organism from outside biological influences. (Though in a broad sense, almost every organ has a protective function - for example, the tight seal of the skin or the acidic environment of the stomach.) When the immune system is functioning properly, it protects the body against bacteria and viral infections, destroying cancer cells and foreign substances. If the immune system weakens, its ability to defend the body also weakens, allowing pathogens, including viruses that cause common colds and flu, to grow and flourish in the body. The immune system also performs surveillance of tumor cells, and immune suppression has been reported to increase the risk of certain types of cancer.
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Malaria\n\nMalaria is caused by a bite from the female Anopheles mosquito. Then the female bites, she injects the malaria parasites into the bloodstream of the victim. There are four types of parasites that cause malaria. They are: P. vivax, P. ovale, P. malariae and P. falciparum.\n\nWhen the parasite is in the bloodstream, it travels to the liver. Once inside the liver, it multiplies at a very high rate. Within a week or so, up to 40,000 parasites flow back into the bloodstream, where they continue to multiply and begin to destroy red blood cells. \n\nSymptoms of Malaria\n\nThere are many symptoms of malaria and not every individual experiences all the symptoms. The symptoms are divided into three distinct states.\n\n    * The first stage is called the cold stage. Symptoms of this state are sudden chills, and sometimes violent shaking.\n    * The second state is called the hot state. This state is characterized by a high fever and rapid breathing. The fever may reach 107° F.\n    * The third stage is called the wet state. This stage is characterized by excessive sweating.\n\nCan Malaria be Treated?\n\nYes. Your doctor can prescribe medication that can result in a complete recovery. If left untreated the infected person can develop infection in the brain, so-called cerebral malaria, and result with fever and coma.\n\n\n\n\n\nImpetigo\n\nImpetigo is a skin infection. Impetigo usually affects preschool- and school-age children. The infection often occurs during the summer months. Impetigo may affect skin anywhere on the body. However it usually occurs in the area around the nose and mouth.\n\nWhat causes Impetigo?\n\nImpetigo is usually caused by one of two bacteria: Group A streptococcus or Staphylococcus aureus. \n\nSymptoms of Impetigo?\n\nThe most common symptoms of impetigo are: blisters that may burst, ooze fluid, and develop a honey-colored crust. The blisters may also itch. \n\nImpetigo Treatments\n\nThe most common treatment is an antibiotic ointment. Your doctor will prescribe this for you.
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The spleen can have a deficiency of yin, just like it can have excess yin. It can be treated by addressing the spleen meridian. This meridian starts at the medial side of the large toe, through the abdomen, spleen, diaphragm, esophagus and ending on the lower surface of the tongue.
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read this\n\nhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spleen
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Your immune system actually gets a bit weaker. You can live just fine without your spleen, but it is an essential part of the immune system. The spleen eliminates dead red blood cells and stories so antibodies. I find that limiting your antibiotic intake and building your own immunity really helps you to feel better and catch less colds.
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All it takes is a fall in the right location, just the right way.  My brother ruptured his spleen rolling down a hill when he banged into a tree.  It wasn't that big a deal until he could hardly move the next morning.  If you have significant pain then go to the emergency room and seek medical attention.
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there are currently 3 major types of malaria in the world. to protect yourself against this serious desease, consult with a qualified medical practioner. This is no joke. Malaria can kill you, destroy your liver and weaken your heart. Your Doctor can tell you what is best to take based on the region of the world you plan to visit.The malaria in that region is specific to that country. Do not forget about Hep A/B vacines and Cholera as well as Diptheria. You also need to get TB shots and Typhoid as well as an updated  Tetnas shot. If you plan on visiting or working in a third world country, do not play around with your health. I worked around the world in some very isolated areas. You do not want to get sick outside of the western world. By the way, there are no known herbal antimalarial compounds and anyone selling you one is a fraud.
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Pancytopenia is a medical condition in which there is a reduction in the number of red and white blood cells, as well as platelets.\n\nPancytopenia is generally due to diseases affecting the bone marrow, although peripheral destruction of all lines of blood cells in hypersplenism (overactive spleen) is a recognised cause. Bone marrow problems causing pancytopenia include myelofibrosis, leukemia and aplastic anemia.\n\nIncreasingly, HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is itself a cause for pancytopenia. Rarely, drugs (antibiotics, blood pressure medication, heart medication) can cause pancytopenia.\n\nPancytopenia usually requires a bone marrow biopsy in order to rule out and rule in the different causes.\n\nVj
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wow, that's all so wrong in so many ways.  staphylococcus is a genus of bacteria.  not a virus at all. and speaking of not a virus at all, malaria isn't caused by viruses or bacteria, but by parasites.\n\nany doctor who said that is...wow... really, really awful.
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Why is it that when I drink gasoline, I puke my spleen?
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Pancytopenia is generally due to diseases affecting the bone marrow, although peripheral destruction of all lines of blood cells in hypersplenism (overactive spleen) is a recognised cause. Bone marrow problems causing pancytopenia include myelofibrosis, leukemia and aplastic anemia.\n\nIncreasingly, HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is itself a cause for pancytopenia. Rarely, drugs (antibiotics, blood pressure medication, heart medication) can cause pancytopenia.
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Yes, your spleen can rupture, but it's rare.
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Do you not mean spleen i don't know what a spline is but the human spleen is located in the upper left part of the abdomen, behind the stomach and just below the diaphragm. The spleen is a ductless, vertebrate gland that is closely associated with the circulatory system, where it functions in the destruction of old red blood cells in holding a reservoir of blood. It is regarded as one of the centres of activity of the reticuloendothelial system. Until recently, the purpose of the spleen was not known. It is increasingly recognized that its absence leads to a predisposition to certain infections.