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obeck388

Meningitis - Mayo Clinic - 0 views

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  • Meningitis is an inflammation of the membranes (meninges) surrounding your brain and spinal cord.
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      melissabergmann on 06 Sep 14
       
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  • Meningitis is an inflammation of the membranes (meninges) surrounding your brain and spinal cord.
  • Early treatment of bacterial meningitis can prevent serious complications.
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  • Most cases of meningitis in the U.S. are caused by a viral infection,
  • Meningitis is an inflammation of the membranes (meninges) surrounding your brain and spinal cord.
  • headache, fever and a stiff neck
  • bacterial and fungal infections also can lead to meningitis.
  • can get better on its own in a couple of weeks
  • it can be a life-threatening emergency requiring urgent antibiotic treatment
    • abrown844
      abrown844 on 08 Sep 14
       
      Seek immediate help whenever you notice something peculiar about your body.
  • Meningitis is an inflammation of the membranes (meninges) surrounding your brain and spinal cord. The swelling associated with meningitis often triggers the "hallmark" signs and symptoms of this condition, including headache, fever and a stiff neck. Most cases of meningitis in the U.S. are caused by a viral infection, but bacterial and fungal infections also can lead to meningitis. Depending on the cause of the infection, meningitis can get better on its own in a couple of weeks — or it can be a life-threatening emergency requiring urgent antibiotic treatment. If you suspect that you or someone in your family has meningitis, seek medical care right away. Early treatment of bacterial meningitis can prevent serious complications.
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      szapata805 on 10 Sep 14
       
      Meningitis is an inflammation of the membranes (meninges) surrounding your brain and spinal cord. The swelling associated with meningitis often triggers the "hallmark" signs and symptoms of this condition, including headache, fever and a stiff neck. Most cases of meningitis in the U.S. are caused by a viral infection, but bacterial and fungal infections also can lead to meningitis. Depending on the cause of the infection, meningitis can get better on its own in a couple of weeks - or it can be a life-threatening emergency requiring urgent antibiotic treatment. If you suspect that you or someone in your family has meningitis, seek medical care right away. Early treatment of bacterial meningitis can prevent serious complications.
  • Meningitis is an inflammation of the membranes (meninges) surrounding your brain and spinal cord.
  • Most cases of meningitis in the U.S. are caused by a viral infection, but bacterial and fungal infections also can lead to meningitis.
  • Meningitis is an inflammation of the membranes (meninges) surrounding your brain and spinal cord. The swelling associated with meningitis often triggers the "hallmark" signs and symptoms of this condition, including headache, fever and a stiff neck.
  • szapata805 on 10 Sep 14
     
    "Meningitis is an inflammation of the membranes (meninges) surrounding your brain and spinal cord. The swelling associated with meningitis often triggers the "hallmark" signs and symptoms of this condition, including headache, fever and a stiff neck. Most cases of meningitis in the U.S. are caused by a viral infection, but bacterial and fungal infections also can lead to meningitis. Depending on the cause of the infection, meningitis can get better on its own in a couple of weeks - or it can be a life-threatening emergency requiring urgent antibiotic treatment. If you suspect that you or someone in your family has meningitis, seek medical care right away. Early treatment of bacterial meningitis can prevent serious complications."
abrown844

Meningitis Prevention - Diseases and Conditions - Mayo Clinic - 0 views

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  • Meningitis typically results from contagious infections.
  • prevent meningitis:
  • Wash your hands.
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  • especially before they eat and after using the toilet, spending time in a crowded public place or petting animals.
  • Practice good hygiene.
  • Don't share drinks, foods, straws, eating utensils, lip balms or toothbrushes with anyone else.
  • Maintain your immune system by getting enough rest, exercising regularly, and eating a healthy diet with plenty of fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
  • Stay healthy.
  • Cover your mouth.
  • When you need to cough or sneeze, be sure to cover your mouth and nose.
  • f you're pregnant, take care with food.
  • Reduce your risk of listeriosis if you're pregnant by cooking meat
  • Haemophilus influenzae type b and Neisseria meningitidis serogroups C and Y vaccine (Hib-MenCY)
  • Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) vaccine.
  • vaccine is also recommended for some adults, including those who have sickle cell disease or AIDS and those who don't have a spleen.
  • Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV7).
  • for children younger than 2 years in the United States.
  • for children between the ages of 2 and 5 who are at high risk of pneumococcal disease,
  • avoiding soft cheeses made from unpasteurized milk, including feta, queso, Brie and Camembert.
  • Meningococcal conjugate vaccine (MCV4).
  • vaccine is given in four doses, at age 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, and between ages 12 months and 15 months.
  • Pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (PPSV)
  • for all adults older than 65, for younger adults and children who have weak immune systems or chronic illnesses such as heart disease, diabetes or sickle cell anemia, and for those who don't have a spleen.
  • t's approved for use in children as young as 9 months old.
  • MCV4 be given to children ages 11 to 12, with a booster shot given at age 16.
  • for children younger than 19 months, but not younger than 6 weeks
  • meningitis can spread through coughing, sneezing, kissing, or sharing eating utensils, a toothbrush or a cigarette
  • Show them how to wash their hands vigorously
  • covering
  • front and back of each hand with soap and rinsing thoroughly under running water.
  • Teach children and teens to avoid sharing these items too.
  • Don't eat these types of cheeses unless they're clearly labeled that they were made with pasteurized milk.
  • Children in the United States routinely receive this vaccine as part of the recommended
  • Older children and adults who need protection from pneumococcal bacteria may receive this vaccine
  • If the vaccine is first given between ages 13 and 15, the booster shot is recommended between 16 and 18.
  • If the first shot is given at 16 or older, no booster is necessary.
  • Careful hand-washing is important to avoiding exposure to infectious agents.
    • abrown844
      abrown844 on 08 Sep 14
       
      ALWAYS wash your hands.
  • Wash your hands
  • schedule of vaccines, starting at about 2 months of age.
    • abrown844
      abrown844 on 14 Sep 14
       
      Haemophilus influenzae type b (HIB) vaccine. Children in the U.S. routinely receive the vaccine.
bwilliams181

Staphylococcal Meningitis: Risk Factors, Causes & Diagnosis - 1 views

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  • Staphylococcal meningitis (SM) is a bacterial infection affecting the meninges—the protective covering around the spinal cord and brain
  • rare and can be deadly.
  • either community- or hospital-acquired.
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  • it is usually a complication of a surgical procedure.
  • Early symptoms of SM are vague and may not be taken seriously because they resemble a cold or flu.
  • They grow more serious as the infection worsens.
  • Treatment is difficult because the condition is so rare.
  • Many patients are given the wrong antibiotics upon hospital arrival. Even with correct antibiotics, the risk of death is very high. Those with underlying chronic conditions have a higher risk of mortality.
Sydney Johnson

Meningitis Complications - Diseases and Conditions - Mayo Clinic - 0 views

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  • The longer you or your child has the disease without treatment, the greater the risk of seizures and permanent neurological damage, including: Hearing loss Memory difficulty Learning disabilities Brain damage Gait problems Seizures Kidney failure Shock Death
  • The complications of meningitis can be severe
bgibson167

Is Meningitis contagious? How can I prevent meningitis infection? - 2 views

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  • Is meningitis contagious?Meningitis is contagious. Prolonged close contact can spread the bacteria that cause meningitis. The bacteria can be spread through kissing, coughs and sneezes, shared cutlery, or sharing items like toothbrushes or cigarettes. Most over 25s will have some natural immunity to the meningococcal strain of bacteria that causes some types of meningitis. Outbreaks can occur where many young people live close to each other. These include universities, student housing, boarding schools and military bases.How can I prevent meningitis infection?Protection against meningitis C is part of routine childhood vaccinations, with a booster dose for teenagers. There is also a vaccine now for meningitis B, and plans are being made for this to be included in the childhood vaccination programme. People planning trip to parts of the world where meningitis is very common should seek medical advice about getting a travel jab for meningitis. Crowded conditions at religious gatherings such as the Hajj also put people at an increased risk of contracting meningitis.In addition to vaccinations, you should follow some common sense precautions to help prevent meningitis.Be careful around people who have meningitis. It is possible to catch some types of meningitis through contact with bodily fluids, so it might be spread by kissing, sneezing, coughing, or sharing utensils or toothbrushes. If somebody in your family has it, try to limit his or her contact with other family members.Wash your hands after contact with someone who has meningitis.If you come into close contact with someone with meningitis, seek medical advice. Depending on the extent of your exposure and the type of meningitis, you may be advised by your doctor to take an antibiotic as a precaution.
denaehooks391

What Is Meningitis? Bacterial, Viral, and Fungal Meningitis Causes - 0 views

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  • Fungal meningitis is much less common than the other two infectious forms. Fungus-related meningitis is rare in healthy people
  • someone who has an impaired immune system -- such as a person with AIDS -- is more likely to become infected with this form of meningitis.
  • Children under age 5 Teenagers and young adults age 16-25 Adults over age 55
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  • ore of a danger for people with certain medical conditions, such as a damaged or absent spleen, chronic disease, or immune system disorders.
  • Because certain germs that cause meningitis can be contagious, outbreaks are most likely to occur in places where people are living in close quarters. So college students in dorms or army recruits in barracks are at higher risk.
  • raveling to areas where meningitis is more common, such as parts of Africa.
  • it's still a rare disease and there are steps you can take to minimize your risk of getting the disease.
rachelmaynard498

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  •   Meningitis is inflammation of the meninges, the covering of the brain and spinal cord. It is most often caused by infection (bacterial, viral, or fungal), but can also be produced by chemical irritation, subarachnoid haemorrhage, cancer and other conditions.
  • rachelmaynard498 on 03 Sep 15
     
    the over view of meningitis.
tjohnson472

Meningitis Symptoms - Mayo Clinic - 0 views

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  • easy to mistake the early signs and symptoms of meningitis for the flu (influenza).
  • symptoms may develop over several hours or over one or two days.
  • High fever Constant crying Excessive sleepiness or irritability Inactivity or sluggishness Poor feeding A bulge in the soft spot on top of a baby's head (fontanel) Stiffness in a baby's body and neck
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      kanderson956 on 07 Sep 14
       
      newborn symptoms
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  • Sudden high fever Severe headache that isn't easily confused with other types of headache Stiff neck Vomiting or nausea with headache Confusion or difficulty concentrating Seizures Sleepiness or difficulty waking up Sensitivity to light Lack of interest in drinking and eating Skin rash in some cases, such as in meningococcal meningitis
  • Newborns and infants may not have the classic signs and symptoms of headache and stiff neck.
    • abrown844
      abrown844 on 08 Sep 14
       
      Infants won't have the same signs as everybody else.
  • Viral meningitis may improve without treatment, but bacterial meningitis is serious, can come on very quickly and requires prompt antibiotic treatment to improve the chances of a recovery. Delaying treatment for bacterial meningitis increases the risk of permanent brain damage or death.
  • There's no way to know what kind of meningitis you or your child has without seeing your doctor and undergoing spinal fluid testing.
    • abrown844
      abrown844 on 08 Sep 14
       
      There's no way of knowing what kind of meningitis you have w/o seeing a doctor.
  • Sudden high fever Severe headache that isn't easily confused with other types of headache Stiff neck Vomiting or nausea with headache Confusion or difficulty concentrating Seizures Sleepiness or difficulty waking up Sensitivity to light Lack of interest in drinking and eating Skin rash in some cases, such as in meningococcal meningitis
  • Fever Severe, unrelenting headache Confusion Vomiting Stiff neck
  • ifficult to comfor
  • may occur in anyone older than age of 2 include:
  • Infants
  • cry harder when picked up.
  • You may need to take medications to prevent an infection.
  • Seek medical care right away
  • The signs and symptoms that may occur in anyone older than age of 2 include: Sudden high fever Severe headache that isn't easily confused with other types of headache Stiff neck Vomiting or nausea with headache Confusion or difficulty concentrating Seizures Sleepiness or difficulty waking up Sensitivity to light Lack of interest in drinking and eating Skin rash in some cases, such as in meningococcal meningitis
  • The signs and symptoms that may occur in anyone older than age of 2 include: Sudden high fever Severe headache that isn't easily confused with other types of headache Stiff neck Vomiting or nausea with headache Confusion or difficulty concentrating Seizures Sleepiness or difficulty waking up Sensitivity to light Lack of interest in drinking and eating Skin rash in some cases, such as in meningococcal meningitis
  • Newborns and infants may not have the classic signs and symptoms of headache and stiff neck. Instead, signs of meningitis in this age group may include: High fever Constant crying Excessive sleepiness or irritability Inactivity or sluggishness Poor feeding A bulge in the soft spot on top of a baby's head (fontanel) Stiffness in a baby's body and neck
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    S/S
  • Mikeria Busby on 03 Sep 15
     
    The symptoms of meningitis
  • tjohnson472 on 06 Sep 15
     
    "Sudden high fever Severe headache that isn't easily confused with other types of headache Stiff neck Vomiting or nausea with headache Confusion or difficulty concentrating Seizures Sleepiness or difficulty waking up Sensitivity to light Lack of interest in drinking and eating Skin rash in some cases, such as in meningococcal meningitis"
rivera627

Meningitis Causes - Mayo Clinic - 2 views

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Meningitis causes

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  • Meningitis usually results from a viral infection, but the cause may also be a bacterial infection. Less commonly, a fungal infection may cause meningitis. Because bacterial infections are the most serious and can be life-threatening, identifying the source of the infection is an important part of developing a treatment plan.
  • Acute bacterial meningitis usually occurs when bacteria enter the bloodstream and migrate to the brain and spinal cord.
  • also occur when bacteria directly invade the meninges, as a result of an ear or sinus infection, or a skull fracture, or rarely, after some surgeries.
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  • Streptococcus pneumoniae (pneumococcus).
  • Neisseria meningitidis (meningococcus).
  • Haemophilus influenzae (haemophilus).
  • Listeria monocytogenes (listeria).
  • viruses cause a greater number of cases of meningitis than do bacteria. Viral meningitis is usually mild and often clears on its own. A group of viruses known as enteroviruses is responsible for most viral meningitis cases in the United States. These viruses tend to circulate in late summer and early fall. Viruses such as herpes simplex virus, HIV, mumps, West Nile virus and others also can cause viral meningitis.
  • Chronic meningitis
  • Fungal meningitis
  • Other meningitis causes
  • A number of strains of bacteria can cause acute bacterial meningitis.
  • meningitis in infants, young children and adults in the United States
  • Chronic forms of meningitis occur when slow-growing organisms invade the membranes and fluid surrounding your brain
sfitzhugh

Flu in Children: How It Spreads, Causes, Symptoms, Treatments, Prevention - 0 views

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  • A high-grade fever up to 104 degrees FChills and shakes with the feverExtreme tirednessHeadache and body achesDry, hacking coughSore throatVomiting and belly pain
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      sfitzhugh on 05 Oct 15
       
      Symptoms for kids with influenza.
  • The best way is to get a yearly vaccination. The CDC says all people 6 months and older should get one.  Healthy children over 2 years old who don't wheeze or don't have a history of asthma can get the nasal spray influenza vaccine. Otherwise, children 6 months and older should get a flu shot.Pregnant women and caregivers of children younger than 6 months or of children with certain health conditions should get the shot.
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      sfitzhugh on 05 Oct 15
       
      How kids can avoid the flu
  • highly contagious, particularly when kids share close quarters like they do in school classrooms
    • sfitzhugh
      sfitzhugh on 05 Oct 15
       
      Highly contagious often spread in schools. If schools were cleaner or kids stayed home there would be less outbreaks. 
sfitzhugh

Hepatitis A Prevention - Mayo Clinic - 0 views

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  • All children at age 1, or older children who didn't receive the vaccine at age 1 Laboratory workers who may come in contact with hepatitis A Men who have sex with men People planning travel to areas of the world with high rates of hepatitis A People who use illegal drugs, injected and noninjected People who receive treatment with clotting-factor concentrates People with chronic liver disease
    • sfitzhugh
      sfitzhugh on 05 Oct 15
       
      people who are more at risk
  • The hepatitis A vaccine can prevent infection with the virus. The hepatitis A vaccine is typically given in two doses
    • sfitzhugh
      sfitzhugh on 05 Oct 15
       
      There is a vaccine that is given in two doses.
msmith365

Meningitis | About Bacterial Meningitis Infection | CDC - 5 views

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  • e most people with meningitis recover
  • 2003–2007
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  • brain damage, hearing loss, or learning disabilities.
  • several pathogens
  • in the United State
  • Haemophilus influenzae (most often caused by type b, Hib), Streptococcus pneumoniae, group B Streptococcus, Listeria monocytogenes, and Neisseria meningitidis.
  • 4,100 cases of bacterial meningitis,
  • 500 deaths,
  • complications
  • increase
  • Infants are at higher risk for bacterial meningitis than people in other age groups.
  • people of any age are at risk.
  • diseases, medications, and surgical procedures
  • spread more quickly where larger groups of people
  • College freshmen living in residence halls and military personnel
  • increased
  • Certain medical condition
  • Community setting
  • Working with meningitis-causing pathogens
  • Microbiologists
  • Travel
  • preventive antibiotics
  • not as contagious as viruses that cause the common cold or the flu.
  • close or long contact with a sick person in the same household or daycare center
  • direct contact with a patient's oral secretions
  • boyfriend or girlfriend)
  • (e.g., by kissing) of respiratory and throat secretions (e.g., saliva or mucus).
  • higher risk of getting disease
  • Healthy people can carry the bacteria in their nose or throat without getting sick. Rarely, these bacteria can invade the body and cause disease. Most people who ‘carry’ the bacteria never become sick.
  • Nausea, Vomiting, Increased sensitivity to light (photophobia), and Altered mental status (confusion).
  • within 3-7 days after exposure.
  • higher risk
  • abies younger than 1 month
  • may be absent or difficult to notice.
  • samples of blood or cerebrospinal fluid (near the spinal cord)
  • for the entire family if a family member develops severe Hib infection and there’s a high-risk person in the house.
  • s soon as possible
  • below 15%, although the risk remains higher among young infants and the elderly.
  • complete the recommended vaccine schedule.
  • treated effectively with antibiotics.
  • The most effective way to protect you and your child against certain types of bacterial meningitis is to complete the recommended vaccine schedule.
  • Age GroupCausesNewbornsGroup B Streptococcus, Escherichia coli, Listeria monocytogenesInfants and ChildrenStreptococcus pneumoniae, Neisseria meningitidis, Haemophilus influenzae type bAdolescents and Young AdultsNeisseria meningitidis, Streptococcus pneumoniaeOlder AdultsStreptococcus pneumoniae, Neisseria meningitidis, Listeria monocytogenes
  • ually severe.
  • Bacterial meningitis is us
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    Notes on Meningitis/ post one /CDC
  • Mikeria Busby on 03 Sep 15
     
    Meningitis happens in kids very often.
apettistate345

Preventing Meningitis: Meningitis Vaccine & More - 0 views

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  • Meningitis is usually caused by many different viruses and bacteria
  •  So the best methods of preventing it varies.
  • Meningococcal meningitis is a serious disease -- even with treatment.
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  • Meningococcal conjugate vaccine (MCV4)
  • or people ages 9 months to 55.
  • ages 2 through 55
  • Meningococcal polysaccharide vaccine (MPSV4)
  • people older than age 55.
  • MCV4 tends to give longer protection and is better at preventing transmission of the disease.
  • College freshmen living in dorms
  • Travelers to areas of the world, such as Africa, where meningococcal disease is common
  • Mild pain or redness at the injection site is common and should not be a problem.
  • prevents infections that cause pneumonia, meningitis, and other problems
  • given to children between 2 months and  15 months old
  • Haemophilus influenzae type B (Hib)
  • children over 5 years old or adults with certain medical conditions. 
  • While Hib used to be the most likely cause of bacterial meningitis in children under 5 years old, the vaccine has made it very rare.
  • Pneumococcal vaccines
  • The pneumococcal conjugate vaccine is routinely given to children under 2. 
  • The pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine is recommended for all adults over 65. 
  • MMR (measles-mumps-rubella) vaccine
  • Varicella (chickenpox) vaccine and shingles vaccine target the varicella virus, which can potentially lead to viral meningitis.
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      ecampos693 on 07 Sep 14
       
      The article gets into depth about the prevention and treatments.
  • Meningitis is usually caused by many different viruses and bacteria
  • by getting vaccinated and taking sensible precautions, you can greatly reduce your risk
  • meningococcal vaccine can prevent meningitis infection
bgibson167

Meningitis and Septicaemia | Health | Patient.co.uk - 0 views

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  • Bacterial meningitis and associated septicaemia have become less common in a period of 25 years
  • However, there are still nearly 10 cases every day.
  • to 3,200 people every year.
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  • caused by a bacterium called Neisseria meningitidis
  • children under the age of 5 years and teenagers are the most at risk from meningococcal meningitis.
  • Viral meningitis is more common than bacterial meningitis but exact figures are not known. It is a complication of various viral illnesses.
  • Viral meningitis is usually less serious than a bacterial cause.
  • Other germs such as fungi and tuberculosis (TB) are rare causes of meningitis.
  • Meningitis is inflammation of the tissues around the brain. It is a serious condition, caused by various germs - bacteria, viruses and fungi. The infection that causes meningitis often causes a blood infection as well (this is known as septicaemia). If you suspect meningitis - obtain medical help immediately.
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shaneep110

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  • Meningitis is an inflammation of coverings (meninges) of the brain and spinal cord.
  • Most often it is caused by a viral or bacterial infection.
  • systemic lupus erythematosus.
    • shaneep110
      shaneep110 on 05 Sep 14
       
      Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a disease that leads to long-term (chronic) inflammation.
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  • Viral, or aseptic, meningitis is the most common type.
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      shaneep110 on 05 Sep 14
       
      aspestic - free from contamination caused by harmful bacteria, viruses, or other microorganisms.
  • In general, viral meningitis is not directly contagious. Anyone can get viral meningitis, but it occurs most often in children. Many different viruses can cause meningitis
  • an enterovirus tends to be the usual culprit.
    • shaneep110
      shaneep110 on 05 Sep 14
       
      Meaning of enterovirus - any of a group of RNA viruses that typically occur in the gastrointestinal tract, sometimes spreading to the central nervous system or other parts of the body. gastrointestinal - of or relating to the stomach and the intestines.
  • In the past, the three most common types of bacterial meningitis were caused by Neisseria meningitidis, Haemophilus influenza and Streptococcus pneumoniae.
    • shaneep110
      shaneep110 on 05 Sep 14
       
      Neisseria meningitidis, often referred to as meningococcus, is a bacterium that can cause meningitis and other forms of meningococcal disease such as meningococcemia, a life-threatening sepsis. Haemophilus influenzae is a Gram-negative, coccobacillary, facultatively anaerobic bacterium belonging to the Pasteurellaceae family. H. influenzae was first described in 1892 by Richard Pfeiffer during an influenza pandemic. Streptococcus pneumoniae, or pneumococcus, is a Gram-positive, alpha-hemolytic, aerotolerant, aerobic member of the genus Streptococcus.
  • Viral meningitis due to enterovirus peaks in mid-summer through early autumn. But it can occur any time of the year.
  • Bacterial meningitis
  • is a very serious and potentially fatal infection.
  • It can strike very healthy people, but infants and older people are more susceptible.
  • Except for the rare case of herpes meningitis, viral meningitis will resolve on its own after 7 to 10 days.
  • Now that we have very effective vaccines to help prevent all three types, bacterial meningitis in otherwise healthy children and adults occurs less often.
  • Besides infants and the elderly, people with chronic diseases and/or impaired immune systems have the greatest risk of meningitis caused by bacteria and fungi.
  • Symptoms
    • shaneep110
      shaneep110 on 05 Sep 14
       
      These three are common side-effects, so it may not be noticed at first.
  • The symptoms of meningitis vary, but often include:
    • shaneep110
      shaneep110 on 05 Sep 14
       
      All are common except sensitivity to light, so meningitis is hard to figure out when its happening.
  • Other symptoms may include:
  • Symptoms may be milder in cases of viral meningitis, while in cases of bacterial meningitis, symptoms may come on quite suddenly. In very young children, symptoms may be particularly hard to detect.
  • The fluid is removed from the spinal cord with a needle in a procedure known as a spinal tap or lumbar puncture.
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      shaneep110 on 05 Sep 14
       
      Lumbar- back
  • Diagnosis
  • Meningitis is diagnosed by testing some of the fluid that surrounds the spinal cord for disease-causing bacteria or infection-fighting cells.
  • Babies with meningitis may be less active, vomit, refuse to eat or be irritable. A person in later stages of bacterial meningitis may have seizures and lose consciousness (pass out).
  • Expected Duration
  • Some people carry the germs in their nose and throat and can pass them on to other people, even though these "carriers" are not sick.
  • Viral meningitis tends to get better on its own in seven to 10 days. In contrast, if bacterial meningitis is not diagnosed and treated early, it can cause permanent disability or death.
  • Prevention
  • he bacteria and viruses that cause meningitis are found in bodily fluids, such as saliva and mucus, and are spread by direct contact.
  • The length of time that medication is needed for bacterial meningitis depends on the person's age, response to the medication and other factors.
  • If you are in close contact with someone who has been diagnosed with bacterial meningitis, you may be given antibiotics to prevent you from getting the disease.
  • Vaccination against Streptococcus pneumoniae (pneumonia shot), Haemophilus influenzae and Neisseria meningitidis is the best way to prevent bacterial meningitis.
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      shaneep110 on 05 Sep 14
       
      Definitions above
  • There is no vaccine to prevent the common types of viral meningitis.
    • shaneep110
      shaneep110 on 05 Sep 14
       
      Look up research on what's being done about this, perhaps.
  • Bacterial meningitis is a medical emergency. It requires high dose intravenous antibiotics in a hospital setting. Depending upon the patient and suspected type of bacterial meningitis, intravenous dexamethasone, a corticosteroid, may be given at the time of diagnosis
    • shaneep110
      shaneep110 on 05 Sep 14
       
      Intravenous - IV Dexamethasone is a potent synthetic member of the glucocorticoid class of steroid drugs that has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant effects. Corticosteroid - any of a group of steroid hormones produced in the adrenal cortex or made synthetically. There are two kinds: glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids. They have various metabolic functions and some are used to treat inflammation.
  • Viral meningitis is treated much like the flu, with rest and plenty of fluids, and you should recover in a week to 10 days.
  • Treatment
  • If you or your child is exhibiting symptoms of meningitis, contact your doctor immediately.
  • For people with viral meningitis, the outlook is excellent.
  • The prognosis for bacterial meningitis depends on the person's age, which bacterium is causing the disease, and how early the disease was diagnosed.
  • Up to 10% of people with this disease will die, and a larger percentage of survivors have long-term consequences, such as hearing loss or neurological problems.
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  • Causes of Viral Meningitis
  • Chickenpox virus (varicella virus) Mumps virus West Nile virus Viruses transmitted by bites from infected mosquitoes Rabies virus Type 1 and type 2 herpes viruses HIV
  • Symptoms of Viral Meningitis
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  • Severe headache Stiff neck Eyes sensitive to light Chills Fever Muscle pain Sore throat Drowsiness Confusion Rash Abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting
  • Treating Viral Meningitis
  • esting, drinking plenty of fluids, and taking medication to relieve symptoms
  • Is Viral Meningitis Contagious?
  • How to Prevent Viral Meningitis
  • Get vaccinated
  • Avoid mosquitoes.
  • Wash your hands
  • Disinfect.
  • Causes of Viral Meningitis
  • Nearly 90 percent of viral meningitis cases are caused by viruses in the enterovirus family
  • Chickenpox virus (varicella virus) Mumps virus West Nile virus Viruses transmitted by bites from infected mosquitoes Rabies virus Type 1 and type 2 herpes viruses HIV
  • Symptoms of Viral Meningitis
  • Severe headache Stiff neck Eyes sensitive to light Chills Fever Muscle pain Sore throat Drowsiness Confusion Rash Abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting
  • Meningitis occurs when the lining protecting the brain and spinal cord — called the meninges — becomes inflamed.
  • Meningitis occurs when the lining protecting the brain and spinal cord — called the meninges — becomes inflamed
  • bacterial meningitis and viral meningitis
  • Bacterial meningitis is a potentially fatal condition that can have severe after-effects, including brain damage, deafness, limb amputation, and stroke.
  • Meningitis can also be caused by a direct infection of the meninges.
  • viral meningitis causes between 25,000 and 50,000 hospital visits each year in the United States.
  • The viruses usually enter the body through the mouth and then travel to the brain and tissues around it.
  • Children are more likely than adults to get viral meningitis. Children under the age of 5 are most vulnerable.
  • Symptoms may last anywhere from a week to 10 days.
  • avoiding viral meningitis is to be vaccinated against diseases known to cause viral meningitis and to wash your hands regularly.
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  • Meningitis can be a very serious disease.
  • What is meningitis?
  • Meningitis occurs when the membranes covering the brain and spinal cord, called the meninges, become inflamed
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  • What are the causes of meningitis?
  • two main causes of meningitis are viruses and bacteria.
  • Common bacteria or viruses may cause infection in a part of the body -- the skin, gastrointestinal tract, or respiratory tract, for instance.
  • Fungi, protozoa, and other parasites are less common causes of meningitis.
  • very rare cases, cancer, other diseases, or certain medications may also lead to inflammation of the meninges.
  • What is bacterial meningitis?
  • occurring more often in winter months.
  • common cause affecting teens is the bacterium Neisseria meningitidis, which causes meningococcal disease.
  • bacteria that cause it live in the noses and throats of up to a quarter of the population.
  • Another leading cause of bacterial meningitis is Streptococcus pneumoniae.
  • flu-like symptoms
  • more common
  • occur more often in the summer and fall
  • What is viral meningitis?
  • Viruses that cause "stomach flu" are a cause of viral meningitis
  • viruses that lead to meningitis are those that cause chickenpox, mononucleosis (mono), and herpes.
  • Who is at risk for meningitis?
  • Close contact - not casual contact at work or school
  • A person of any age may develop bacterial meningitis.
  • includes kissing, coughing, or sneezing. Sharing eating utensils, glasses, food, or towels can also spread these bacteria and viruses.
  • more common in children, viral meningitis occurs in people of all ages.
  • Is meningitis contagious?
  • close contact with peers, teens and college students are at greater risk, too.
  • more common in infants and young children and in people older than 60.
  • usually caused by an infection
  • This disease can be fatal
  • cause serious lasting side effects
  • Bacteria can also enter the nervous system directly after severe head trauma or head surgery, or following an infection in the head.
  • Bacterial meningitis is serious
  • can be fatal if you don't receive treatment right away
  • not known why these bacteria sometimes travel to the nervous system and cause meningitis
  • most people who have these infections don't develop meningitis
  • can be similar to those of bacterial meningitis.
  • a weakened immune system
  • traveling
  • foreign countries also increases your risk for meningitis.
  • can spread the bacteria and viruses that cause meningitis
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  • Meningitis is a relatively rare infection that affects the delicate membranes -- called meninges (men-in'-jeez) -- that cover the brain and spinal cord
  • Meningitis is almost always caused by a bacterial or viral infection that began elsewhere in the body, such as in the ears, sinuses, or upper respiratory tract.
  • Viral meningitis is more common than the bacterial form and generally -- but not always -- less serious
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  • Children under age 5Teenagers and young adults age 16-25Adults over age 55
  • Who Is Most at Risk for Meningitis?
  • Meningitis is almost always caused by a bacterial or viral infection that began elsewhere in the body, such as in the ears, sinuses, or upper respiratory tract. Less common causes of meningitis include fungal infection, autoimmune disorders, and medications.
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  • meningitis is more of a danger for people with certain medical conditions, such as a damaged or missing spleen, chronic disease, or immune system disorders. 
  • Bacterial meningitis is an extremely serious illness that requires immediate medical care.
  • The bacteria can spread from person to person through coughing and sneezing.
  • In many instances, bacterial meningitis develops when bacteria get into the bloodstream from the sinuses, ears, or other part of the upper respiratory tract.
  • Fungal meningitis is much less common than the other two infectious forms.
  • If not treated quickly, it can lead to death within hours -- or lead to permanent damage to the brain and other parts of the body.
  • outbreaks are most likely to occur in places where people are living in close quarters.
  • influenzae type b (Hib) was a common cause of meningitis in infants and young children until the Hib vaccine was introduced for infants.
  • Meningitis is a relatively rare infection that affects the delicate membranes -- called mening
  • Viral meningitis tends to be less severe, and most people recover completely. 
  • Fungal meningitis is a rare form of meningitis and generally occurs only in people with weakened immune systems.
  • So are people traveling to areas where meningitis is more common, such as parts of Africa.
  • bacteria then travel through the bloodstream to the brain.
  • People with viral meningitis are much less likely to have permanent brain damage after the infection resolves. Most will recover completely.
  • a person with AIDS is more likely to become infected with this form of meningitis.
  • meningitis cases in the U.S. Vaccines are available for both Neisseria meningitidis and Streptococcus pneumoniae.
  • caused by a bacterial or viral infection that began elsewhere in the body
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