Mosquito-Borne Diseases: Causes, Symptoms & Prevention

Don’t Let Stagnant Water Become a Mosquito Mansion

When we think of dangerous creatures, we often picture wild animals or poisonous snakes. But did you know that one of the deadliest threats to humans is a tiny mosquito?

How Dangerous Is a Mosquito Bite?

A mosquito bite may seem like a minor annoyance, but in reality, it can transmit life-threatening diseases. When an infected mosquito bites you, it can inject viruses or parasites into your bloodstream, silently triggering deadly infections.

Diseases Spread by Mosquitoes

Dengue

High fever, body pain, rashes, low platelet count.

Can escalate to hemorrhagic fever or shock syndrome.

Malaria

Caused by a parasite, leads to cycles of chills, fever, and sweating.

Can damage organs and be fatal if untreated.

Chikungunya

Severe joint pain and fever.

Though rarely fatal, it causes long-lasting disability.

Zika Virus

Mild in adults but deadly to unborn babies (causes birth defects).

Often asymptomatic, making it harder to detect early.

Japanese Encephalitis

Affects the brain, causing swelling, seizures, or coma.

Especially dangerous for children in rural areas.

Filariasis

A chronic condition where limbs swell abnormally (elephantiasis).