For many Nigerians, fever automatically means one thing: malaria.
Headache? Malaria.
Body pain? Malaria.
Tiredness? Malaria.
But here’s the truth: not every fever is malaria.
In fact, many people treat malaria repeatedly without ever confirming it through a proper test. This habit doesn’t just waste money — it can quietly damage your health.
The Danger of Self-Medication
When you take anti-malaria drugs without testing:
- You expose your liver to unnecessary strain
- You may ignore the real illness
- You increase the risk of drug resistance
- You delay proper treatment
We see patients who have been treated for malaria 3–4 times, only to discover the issue was:
- Sinus infection
- Typhoid
- Viral infection
- Hepatitis
- Hormonal imbalance
Test First. Treat Right.
Malaria tests are quick and accessible. There is no reason to treat blindly.
At TelMD, we encourage proper diagnosis before medication. Our doctors can assess your symptoms and guide you on the right tests before prescribing anything.
Your liver works hard for you. Protect it.
