Do I really need Malaria pills?

Today, malaria exists in almost all tropical countries
and Nicaragua is no exception. Though the majority of
cases are found in the Atlanic and lowland regions of
the country. To date, the newer chloroquine resistant
strains of the disease have not been detected in
Nicaragua. Though the risk is higher in rural areas,
especially those alongside rivers or marshes,
malaria-infected mosquitos breed anywhere there
are stagnant pools of water.

Malaria works by setting up shop in your liver and
then blasting you with attacks of fever, headaches,
chills and fatigue. The onslaughts occur on a 24 hour
sick, 24 hour felling better cycle. If you observe this
cycle, seek medical attention. They'll most likely
take a blood test and if positive. presrcibe you a huge
dose of chloroquine that will kill the bug. Always allow
time to regain strengh and recover.

A small percentage of people have negative reactions
to chloroquine, including nightmares, rashes and hair
loss. Alternative treatments are available, but the best
method is not to get bit.

Every person is different, some people take malaria
pills, other do not. Being prone to mosquito bites,
traveling to rural parts of the country, extended stays
etc. are reason to make sure you have them along with
you. Remember you must start taking the chloroquine
two weeks before you arrive and four weeks after.