Bacterial Meningitis
Bacterial meningitis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Management
Bacterial Meningitis
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bacterial Meningitis?
The meninges, the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord, are the site of the severe and potentially fatal infection known as bacterial meningitis. It occurs due to bacterial invasion of the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) that covers the brain and spinal cord.
What are the causes of Bacterial Meningitis?
- Pneumonia Streptococcus
- Neisseria meningitides
- Type B Haemophilus influenza
- Monocytogenes Listeria
- Escherichia coli
- Streptococcus agalactiae
What are the symptoms of Bacterial Meningitis?
- Extreme temperature
- Terrible pain
- Rigid neck
- Nausea and diarrhoea
- Sensitivity to light
- Seizures
- Quickly inhaling
- Rapid heartbeat in children
What are the complications of Bacterial Meningitis?
Bacterial meningitis can result in various complications, some of which can be fatal if untreated or delayed in receiving care. Here are a few of the most typical issues.
- Brain damage
- Hearing impairment
- Vision problems
- Seizures
- Hydrocephalus
- Septicaemia
- Cognitive and developmental problems
