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Plasmodium falciparum nephrosis edema PHIL 3894 lores

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Description: The edema exhibited by this African child was brought on by nephrosis associated with malaria.

Infection with one type of malaria, Plasmodium falciparum, if not promptly treated, may cause kidney failure. Swelling of the abdomen, eyes, feet and hands are some of the symptoms of nephrosis brought on by the damaged kidneys.

Content Providers(s): CDC/Dr. Myron Schultz

Creation Date: 1975

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health care medicine edema falciparum malaria nephrosis decease control and prevention
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1975 - 1976
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health care medicine edema falciparum malaria nephrosis decease control and prevention