Malaria is a life-threatening disease caused by Plasmodium parasites, transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected female Anopheles mosquito. Its classic symptoms involve cycles of high fever with intense chills and sweating, along with headache, nausea, and body aches. The standard treatment depends on the parasite species and severity, ranging from oral medications like Chloroquine (in some areas) to Artemisinin-based Combination Therapies (ACTs) for uncomplicated cases, with intravenous drugs for severe malaria. For effective treatment, you should immediately visit a General Physician, Internist, or an Infectious Disease Specialist at any well-equipped general hospital. The cost of treatment can vary but is generally affordable for basic care, though hospitalization increases it significantly. The best prevention guidance is to prevent mosquito bites by using insect repellent, sleeping under insecticide-treated nets, wearing long sleeves, and eliminating standing water where mosquitoes breed.