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  • Meningitis is a disease caused by the inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord known as the meninges. The inflammation is usually caused by an infection of the fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord.
  • may develop in response to a number of causes, usually bacteria or viruses
  • but meningitis can also be caused by physical injury, cancer or certain drugs.
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  • it is important to know the specific cause of meningitis.
  • Having meningitis doesn't always mean you have meningococcal disease
  • having meningococcal disease doesn’t necessarily mean you have meningitis
  •  Meningococcal disease is any infection caused by the bacterium Neisseria meningitidis, or meningococcus
  • Bacterial meningitis is contagious
  • spread through the exchange of respiratory and throat secretions (i.e., kissing
  • contamination
  • , are most often spread from person to person through fecal contamination
  • can occur when changing a diaper
  • or using the toilet and not properly washing hands afterwards), but enteroviruses can also be spread via eye, nose, and mouth secretions (such as saliva, nasal mucus, or sputum), or blister fluid.
  • cause of meningitis
  • Meningitis
  • The inflammation is usually caused by an infection of the fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord.
  • Meningitis is a disease caused by the inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord
  • usually bacteria or viruses, but meningitis can also be caused by physical injury, cancer or certain drugs.
  • Bacterial meningitis is contagious.
  • Enteroviruses, the most common cause of viral meningitis, are most often spread from person to person through fecal contamination
  • Meningitis is a disease caused by the inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord known as the meninges.
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      Different types of Meningitis. 
  • differ depending on the cause.
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      "...life-threatening infections...immediate medical attention."
  • not likely to develop meningitis as a complication of the illness.
  • respiratory and throat secretions (i.e., by kissing)
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  • Meningitis is a disease caused by the inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord known as the meninges. The inflammation is usually caused by an infection of the fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord.Meningitis may develop in response to a number of causes, usually bacteria or viruses, but meningitis can also be caused by physical injury, cancer or certain drugs.The severity of illness and the treatment for meningitis differ depending on the cause. Thus, it is important to know the specific cause of meningitis.
  • Meningitis is a disease caused by the inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord known as the meninges. The inflammation is usually caused by an infection of the fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord.
  • Meningitis is a disease caused by the inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord known as the meninges.
  • contact with a person who has viral meningitis, you may become infected with the virus
  • Four cases of meningococcal disease have been reported
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  • Meningitis is a disease caused by the inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord known as the meninges. The inflammation is usually caused by an infection of the fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord.
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  • Meningitis is a disease caused by the inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord known as the meninges. The inflammation is usually caused by an infection of the fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord.
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  • Any infection caused by that bacteria is known as meningococcal disease
  • One serious infection it can cause is meningococcal meningitis.
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  • Meningitis is an inflammation of the membranes (meninges) surrounding your brain and spinal cord.
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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
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      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.
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    "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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  • Meningitis means "inflammation of the meninges."
  • meninges
  • are membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord
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  • They can become inflamed when an infection occurs in the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) surrounding these membranes. Other things such as medications, tumours, and chemical exposure can also cause meningitis.
  • majority of people with meningitis that is not caused by bacteria (e.g., meningitis caused by a virus) recover quickly and completely
  • bacterial meningitis is fatal for 1 in 10 people
  • even with treatment
  • 1 in 5 people will be left with problems such as deafness or brain injury
  • Quick diagnosis and treatment are vital
  • The most common causes of meningitis are bacteria or viruses, although there are many other causes.
  • fungi
  • over half the population carries one or another of these bacteria in the back of the nose and throat
  • exotic
  • such as parasites
  • tropical countries.
  • Meningitis commonly occurs when bacteria or viruses make their way into the fluid surrounding the brain.
  • Sometimes they enter directly as a result of an operation such as brain surgery. Sometimes they erode through the small bones in our skull, for instance in extreme cases of severe sinusitis. Sometimes they are carried there by our blood from an infection occurring elsewhere in our body such as pneumonia (a lung infection). But in most cases, we don't really understand how and why this happens.
  • Cryptococcus, a fungus, can also cause meningitis. It usually occurs in people with weakened immune systems, such as people with AIDS
  • Tuberculosis (TB) can cause meningitis
  • Certain medications and chemical irritants can cause in inflammation of the brain similar to meningitis. There have also been rare reports of vaccines causing meningitis. Viral or chemically-induced meningitis often goes away on its own.
  • Bacterial meningitis, on the other hand, is a very serious illness.
  • people with poor immune systems
  • enter the cerebrospinal fluid and begin multiplying, the bacteria cause inflammation and other symptoms of meningitis.
  • can't live outside the human body for very long.
  • not eating
  • There are many species of bacteria that can cause meningitis.
  • Children under the age of 2 are most susceptible to meningitis. Other things that increase the risk are:
  • brain or spinal cord surgery
  • commonly transmitted by coughing, sneezing, and kissing
  • impaired or abnormal immune system
  • kidney failure
  • the use of corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone)
  • cancer, especially breast, lung, skin, leukemia, and lymphoma. When cancer is the cause of the meningitis it is called carcinomatous meningitis or leptomeningeal metastatis.
  • People with bacterial meningitis quickly become very sick, usually within hours, and shouldn't wait to get medical treatment.
  • Symptoms of meningitis can include:
  • high fever over 39°C (102°F)
  • stiff and sore neck, especially when it's moved, turned, or bent (the discomfort is caused by inflammation of the meninges) – this may not occur in people whose immune systems are not functioning properly, such as:
  • people taking corticosteroids
  • people with AIDS
  • people taking cancer or transplant medications
  • seniors
  • children less than 24 months of age and especially those less than 6 months of age.
  • severe headache due to extra pressure in the head – look for signs of fussiness and irritability in children too young to complain of a headache
  • If blood vessels in the brain become inflamed, the brain won't get enough oxygen. This can make a person drowsy and less responsive, and, in extreme situations, they can fall into a coma. Lack of oxygen to the brain can also cause seizures.
  • Symptoms for very young children can include:
  • fever, with cold hands and feet
  • vomiting
  • head injury
  • difficulty waking up
  • high-pitched moaning or crying
  • arching their backs and pulling at their necks
  • not settling down or taking comfort when held
  • having a vacant expression
  • showing a pale, mottled complexion
  • rash (red or purple pinpricks)
  • Long-term complications can occur and last long after the infection has been treated. These include deafness, mental impairment, paralysis, and sometimes seizures that require lifelong treatment.
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  • Meningitis is an inflammation of the meninges.
  • may occur when fluid surrounding the meninges becomes infected.
  • membrane that covers the brain and spinal cord.
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  • Description Types Symptoms Risk Factors Diagnosis Treatment Complications Prevention Read This Next Part 1 of 8: DescriptionWhat Is Meningitis?
  • Meningitis is an inflammation of the meninges.
  • membrane that covers the brain and spinal cord.
  • Meningitis is an inflammation of the meninges.
  • the membrane that covers the brain and spinal cord.
  • may occur when fluid surrounding the meninges becomes infected.
  • s contagious.
  • most common causes of meningitis are viral and bacterial infections.
  • most common causes of meningitis are viral and bacterial infections.
  • is contagious.
  • can be transmitted by coughing, sneezing, or close contact. Other causes include: cancer chemical irritation fungi drug allergies Bacterial meningitis is a medical emergency.
  • can be transmitted by coughing, sneezing, or close contact. Other causes include: cancer chemical irritation fungi drug allergies
  • can be fatal
  • Bacterial meningitis is a medical emergency. It can be fatal.
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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.
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      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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      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.
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      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.
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      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
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      These three are common side-effects, so it may not be noticed at first.
  • The symptoms of meningitis vary, but often include:
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      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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  • 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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      Definitions above
  • There is no vaccine to prevent the common types of viral meningitis.
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      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
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      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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  • Meningitis is inflammation of the thin tissue that surrounds the brain and spinal cord, called the meninges
  • t usually starts with bacteria that cause a cold-like infection. It can block blood vessels in the brain and lead to stroke and brain damage.
  • people whose bodies have trouble fighting infections.
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  • Vaccines can prevent some of the bacterial infections that cause meningitis.
  • eek medical care quickly
  • A sudden fever A severe headache A stiff neck
  • Anyone can get meningitis
  • Meningitis is inflammation of the thin tissue that surrounds the brain and spinal cord, called the meninges
  • most common is viral meningitis, which you get when a virus enters the body through the nose or mouth and travels to the brain.
  • Bacterial meningitis is rare, but can be deadly. It usually starts with bacteria that cause a cold-like infection. It can block blood vessels in the brain and lead to stroke and brain damage. It can also harm other organs.
  • more common in people whose bodies have trouble fighting infections.
  • Anyone can get meningitis
  • Meningitis can progress rapidly.
  • A sudden fever A severe headache A stiff neck
  • Early treatment can help prevent serious problems, including death.
  • Vaccines can prevent some of the bacterial infections that cause meningitis.
  • Parents of adolescents and students living in college dorms should talk to a doctor about the vaccination.
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  • Bacterial meningitis. Acute bacterial meningitis usually occurs when bacteria enter the bloodstream and migrate to the brain and spinal cord. But it can 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.
  • Bacterial meningitis is treated with antibiotics. A general intravenous antibiotic with a corticosteroid to bring down the inflammation may be prescribed even before all the test results are in. When the specific bacteria are identified, your doctor may decide to change antibiotics.
  • Inflammation of brain and spinal cord membranes, typically caused by an infection.Rare20,000 to 200,000 US cases per yearSome types preventable by vaccineTreatable by a medical professionalSpreads by airborne dropletsRequires a medical diagnosisLab tests or imaging always requiredShort-term: resolves within days to weeks
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  • Meningitis involves an inflammation of the membranes or, "meninges," that cover a person's spinal cord and brain.
  • Detail:
  • Meningitis caused by a viral infection is sometimes referred to as, 'aseptic meningitis,' and is serious, although rarely fatal in people with average immune systems.
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  • Additional and more rare causes of meningitis include parasites, fungi, and causes that are non-infectious such as ones related to drugs.
  • Symptoms in Infants:
  • Causes and Symptoms of Viral Meningitis
  • While different viral infections can lead to viral meningitis, the majority of people who get viral meningitis in America, especially during the summer or fall, get it because of the, 'enteroviruses.'
  • dditional viral infections that may lead to meningitis include herpesvirus, mumps, influenza, measles, and the varicella-zoster virus, which is the cause of both shingles and chickenpox.
  • The, 'lymphocytic choriomeningitis,' virus, a virus spread by rodents, is also a cause of viral meningitis, although it is rare.
  • he majority of people with viral meningitis recover on their own within a couple of weeks. Antibiotics do not help with viral infections and are not useful in treating viral meningitis.
  • Fever Irritability Poor eating Hard to wake up
  • Symptoms in Older Children/Adults
  • Nausea Stiff neck Vomiting High fever Sleepiness Lack of appetite Severe headache Trouble waking up Sensitivity to bright light
  • Diagnosing Viral Meningitis
  • Bacterial meningitis is another story – it can be extremely serious and may result in either disability or death if it is not treated quickly.
  • Finding the exact cause of viral meningitis can sometimes be achieved through tests that show which virus a person is infected with, although identifying the exact virus causing meningitis can be difficult.
  • Due to the fact that the symptoms of viral meningitis are similar to the ones of bacterial meningitis which is often more severe and has the potential to be fatal, it is important for people who are suspected of having meningitis to pursue medical care, and have their spinal fluid tested.
  • A diagnosis of viral meningitis is usually achieved through laboratory tests of a person's spinal fluid, gained through a, 'spinal tap.'
  • The Spread of Viral Meningitis
  • Following these good hygiene practices will help to reduce your chances of becoming infected with a virus, or giving one so someone else:
  • he mumps, varicella-zoster, and enteroviruses can also spread through either direct or indirect contact with respiratory secretions such as sputum, saliva, or nasal mucus from a person who has been infected
  • The viruses may also remain on surfaces for days, transferring from other objects, or spread directly when a person who is infected coughs or sneezes, sending droplets containing the virus into the air another person breathes.
  • The period of time involved from when a person first becomes infected until they develop symptoms is referred to as the, 'incubation period.' The incubation period for enteroviruses is between 3 and 7 days.
  • A person who is infected is commonly contagious from the time they first develop symptoms until they no longer experience symptoms. People with low immune systems and children might spread the infection even after their symptoms have disappeared.
  • Preventing Viral Meningitis
  • Following good hygiene practices can help you to reduce the spread of viruses like measles, mumps, herpesviruses, and enteroviruses
  • Preventing the various viral infections that are out there from infecting you involves some specific measures.
  • Preventing the spread of these viruses can be hard because people who have become infected may not seem to be sick and have the ability to spread them to other people
  • he different viruses that cause viral meningitis are spread in different ways. Enteroviruses, for example, are the most common cause of viral meningitis and are most often spread through direct contact with the stool of a person who is infected.
  • Clean Surfaces that are Contaminated:
  • Clean doorknobs, handles, the TV remote control – clean them with soap and water and then disinfect them with a bleach-based cleaning product or a solution of ¼ cup of bleach to 1 gallon of water.
  • Viruses that cause viral meningitis can spread through either direct or indirect contact with respiratory secretions; it is important to cover your cough with a tissue or at least your upper arm. Once you have used a tissue, throw it away. Wash Your Hands!
  • Cover Your Cough:
  • Things To Avoid:
  • Avoid sharing eating utensils, drinking glasses, or other items with people who are sick or others if you are sick. Avoid bites from insects and mosquitoes that have the potential to carry diseases that can infect you - it can help to reduce your risk for viral meningitis.
  • Vaccinations:
  • There are vaccinations that can help to protect children against some of the diseases that may lead to viral meningitis, such as the measles and mumps vaccine (MMR), and the chickenpox vaccine.
  • Wash Your Hands:
  • Wash your hands thoroughly, and wash them often. It is particularly important to wash your hands after using the toilet, changing a diaper, blowing your nose, or coughing.
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  • Meningitis is a term that describes inflammation of the tissues and fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord
  • caused by bacteria or viruses.
  • s a type of bacterial meningitis caused by a type of bacteria called Neisseria meningitidis.
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  • acteria can also cause other kinds of meningococcal disease such as septicemia (blood poisoning).
  • common type of bacterial meningitis is pneumococcal meningitis, which is caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae.
  • eading cause of bacterial meningitis was Haemophilus influenzae type b, but new vaccines being given to children as part of their routine immunizations have reduced the occurrence of this disease.
  • not fully understood why a few people develop meningitis from bacteria which are harmless to most people, but it may be because of a weakened immune system.
  • Symptoms include fever, sudden severe headache, stiff neck, rash, nausea, and vomiting
  • wo or more symptoms of these symptoms, seek help from a health care provider right away.
  • will carry this bacteria in the back of their nose and throat at some point in their lives without ever getting sick or even realizing they are there.
  • the bacteria overcome the body’s immune system and pass through the lining of the nose and throat into the blood stream where they can cause meningitis.
  • Viral meningitis, which is caused by viruses, can cause similar symptoms to bacterial meningitis, however it is seldom life-threatening. Most people make a full recovery without any specific treatment.
  • people who have had close contact with an infected person are given antibiotics to make sure they are protected.
  • mall percentage of people who are exposed to the bacteria will develop meningitis because most people have a natural resistance to it.
  • pread through exchange of respiratory droplets or saliva with an infected person, including kissing, coughing , sneezing, and sharing drinking glasses, eating utensils, or cigarettes.
  • he bacteria that cause meningitis are not spread by casual contact or by simply breathing the air where a person with meningitis has been.
  • very weak and can only survive for a short time outside the body
  • cannot live long in the air and are not carried on clothes, furniture, or other surfaces.
  • Meningococcal meningitis can be extremely serious.
  • esult in blindness, hearing loss, mental retardation, loss of limbs or death.
  • t is fatal in one in ten cases, and one in seven survivors is left with a severe hand
  • icap. The disease can progress quite rapidly, so it is important to seek medical attention quickly.
  • t would occur in two to seven days, usually less than four days.
  • an be contagious from the time they are infected until the bacteria has disappeared from their body.
  • meningococcal disease (which includes meningococcal meningitis) occurs annually in about 1 to 3 people per 100,000 population.
  • averaged about 70 cases per year for the past few years.
  • There is a vaccine that will decrease the risk of some types of meningococcal meningitis, but it does not totally eliminate risk of the disease.
  • ot effective against the B strain; although it is highly effective against the C and Y strains, it still does not confer 100% protection.  Protection lasts from three to five years.
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  • What is bacterial meningitis? Meningitis is an inflammation of the delicate membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord. One form of bacterial meningitis, caused by Neisseria meningitidis (or meningococcus), is uncommon but potentially fatal and should always be viewed as a medical emergency. As many as 10-15% of cases lead to death, sometimes within 24 hours, and a significant number of those with who contract the infection have serious complications.
  • How is it transmitted?It is transmitted from person-to-person through droplets of respiratory or throat secretions. Close contact—such as kissing, sneezing or coughing on someone, or living in close quarters with an infected person—facilitates the spread of the disease. Droplet spread (versus airborne spread) generally takes place at a range of three feet or less, and prolonged contact generally is required for infection to occur
  • What are the symptoms?The most common symptoms are a stiff neck, high fever, sensitivity to light, confusion, severe headache, and vomiting. Rash may also occur. The symptoms usually develop within three to seven days of infection. Antibiotic treatment is effective, but it must be given without delay once meningococcal disease is suspected
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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.
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    the over view of meningitis.
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  • The first symptoms of bacterial or viral meningitis can come on quickly or surface several days after someone has had a cold, diarrhea and vomiting, or other signs of an infection.
  • Bacterial meningitis is rare, but is usually serious and can be life threatening if not treated right away. Viral meningitis (also called aseptic meningitis) is relatively common and far less serious. It often remains undiagnosed because its symptoms can be similar to those of the common flu.
  • Meningitis is an inflammation of the meninges, the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord.
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  • People of any age can get meningitis, but because it can be easily spread among those living in close quarters, teens, college students, and boarding-school students are at higher risk for infection.
  • important to get routine vaccinations, know the signs of meningitis, and if you suspect that your child has the illness, seek medical care right away.
  • age of the patient
  • might require additional treatment.
  • immunization can go a long way toward preventing meningitis
  • symptoms vary,
  • hould be immunized
  • nticonvulsants might be given for seizures
  • evelops shock or low blood pressure
  • may need supplemental oxygen or mechanical ventilation if they have difficulty breathing.
  • meningococcal disease when they're 11 years old, with a booster shot at age 16.
  • severe and include neurological problems such as hearing loss, visual impairment, seizures, and learning disabilities.
  • ause of the infection.
  • fever lethargy (decreased consciousness) irritability headache photophobia (eye sensitivity to light) stiff neck skin rashes seizures
  • 6 weeks and 10 years old who have certain high-risk medical problems, and for people traveling to countries where meningitis is more common.
  • nfants with meningitis may not have common symptoms
  • ewborns, the most common causes are Group B streptococcus, Escherichia coli, and less commonly, Listeria monocytogenes.
  • difficult to comfort,
  • contagious,
  • Many of the bacteria and viruses that cause meningitis are fairly common and associated with other routine illnesses.
  • oughs, laughs, talks, or sneezes
  • fect the skin, urinary system, or gastrointestinal and respiratory tract can spread by the bloodstream to the meninges through cerebrospinal fluid, the fluid that circulates in and around the spinal cord.
  • aundice (a yellowish tint to the skin) stiffness of the body and neck fever or lower-than-normal temperature poor feeding a weak suck a high-pitched cry bulging fontanelles (the soft spot at the top/front of the baby's skull)
  • Sharing food, drinking glasses, eating utensils, tissues, or towels all can transmit infection as well. Some infectious organisms can spread through a person's stool (poop)
  • lose contact, such as those who live together or people who are exposed by kissing or sharing eating utensils.
  • flu-like symptoms,
  • Many different types of bacteria can cause bacterial meningitis.
  • xtreme irritability, lethargy, or fever.
  • lder kids, Streptococcus pneumoniae (pneumococcus) and Neisseria meningitidis (meningococcus)
  • acterial meningitis can be so serious,
  • aemophilus influenza type b (Hib)
  • lumbar puncture (spinal tap) to collect a sample of spinal fluid.
  • iruses can lead to viral meningitis, including enteroviruses
  • may be hospitalized
  • (IV) antibiotics
  • Many of the bacteria and viruses that cause meningitis are fairly common and associated with other routine illnesses. Bacteria and viruses that infect the skin, urinary system, or gastrointestinal and respiratory tract can spread by the bloodstream to the meninges through cerebrospinal fluid, the fluid that circulates in and around the spinal cord.
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      How it's caused
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  • The central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) is surrounded by cerebrospinal
  • fluid
  • his fluid acts to cushion and protect the central nervous system when you
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  • move around. Even more protection is given by the meninges
  • which are the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord.
  • Meningitis
  • is a disease involving inflammation (swelling), or irritation, of the meninges. There are different kinds of meningitis, but most of the time it is caused by germs, especially viruses.
  • Meningitis gets attention because it not only makes a person feel sick, it can have lasting effects on a person's ability to think and learn. It also can cause hearing loss
  • and usually even if someone comes across a virus or bacteria that can cause meningitis, the body can fight it off.
  • Most of the time, these germs don't cause any illness. In fact, some of them, like some of the bacteria normally found in the intestines, help the body to work properly. However, some germs do cause infections.
  • If a person gets an infection, the body's immune system will go to work to fight it. That's why you might feel sick one day, but then you start to feel better. The immune system is doing its job.
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    How meningitis effects kids
chamonsta

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  • Meningitis is an inflammation of the tissue that covers the brain and spinal cord. Viral meningitis is the most common type of meningitis.
  • s often less severe than bacterial meningitis, and most people usually get better on their own (without treatment). However, infants younger than 1 month old and people with weakened immune systems are more likely to have severe illness.
  • ou can get viral meningitis at any age. However, some people have a higher risk of getting the disease, includingchildren younger than five years old, andpeople with weakened immune systems caused by diseases, medications (such as chemotherapy), and recent organ or bone marrow transplantations.
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  • f you have close contact with a person who has viral meningitis, you may become infected with the virus that made that person sick. However, you are not likely to develop meningitis as a complication of the illness.
  • n infant
  • n adults
  • FeverIrritabilityPoor eatingSleepiness or trouble waking up from sleepLethargy (a lack of energy)
  • FeverHeadacheStiff neckSensitivity to bright lightSleepiness or trouble waking up from sleepNauseaVomitingLack of appetiteLethargy (a lack of energy)
  • n most cases, there is no specific treatment for viral meningitis. Most people who get viral meningitis completely recover on their own within 7 to 10 days. However, people with meningitis caused by certain viruses such as herpesvirus and influenza, may benefit from treatment with an antiviral medication.
  • PreventionThere are no vaccin
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after changing diapers, using the toilet, or coughing or blowing your nose.Avoid touching your face with unwashed hands.Avoid close contact such as kissing, hugging, or sharing cups or eating utensils with people who are sick.Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue or your upper shirt sleeve, not your hands.Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as toys and doorknobs, especially if someone is sick.Stay home when you are sick.
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  • Meningitis is inflammation of the thin tissue that surrounds the brain and spinal cord, called the meninges.
  • he most common is viral meningitis, which you get when a virus enters the body through the nose or mouth
  • A sudden fever A severe headache A stiff neck
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  • Meningococcal disease is a rare, sometimes deadly, bacterial infection.
  • lead to devastating complications such as hearing loss, brain or kidney damage or limb amputations.
  • Vaccination can help prevent meningococcal disease
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  • vaccination of adolescents and young adults because they have a higher risk for this infection than others
  • early signs and symptoms can resemble influenza or other viral infections.
  • moves so quickly it leads to death or disability within hours.
  • prevention is critical.
  • but it cannot prevent every case.
  • Vaccination provides the best chance of protection
  • “Meningitis” is an inflammation of the protective membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord
  • usually caused by bacteria or viruses, it can also be caused by injury, cancer or certain drugs
  • (Neisseria meningitidis). When these bacteria invade the brain and spinal cord, they cause meningitis.
  • bacteria can also poison the bloodstream.
  • it is called meningococcemia
  • “bacterial meningitis” or “meningitis” are often used to describe bloodstream infection even though there is a medical distinction between the terms.
  • Meningococcal disease is a rare, sometimes deadly, bacterial infection. It can strike quickly and lead to devastating complications such as hearing loss, brain or kidney damage or limb amputations
  • Meningococcal Disease” is an infection caused by a specific type of bacteria
bgibson167

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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
  • Other germs such as fungi and tuberculosis (TB) are rare causes of 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.
  • children under the age of 5 years and teenagers are the most at risk from meningococcal 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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      The first paragraph and maybe the second/third are the only ones of value.
  • Meningococcal disease risk can be decreased by approximately 90% in household contacts of a patient by administration of antibiotics known to eradicate meningococcal carriage
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      Meningococcal - Inflammation of the meninges due to infection with the bacterium Neisseria meningitidis.
  • hemoprophylaxis significantly decreased the risk of meningococcal disease for household contacts with a risk ratio of 0.11 for those receiving chemoprophylaxis
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      chemoprophylaxis - the use of drugs to prevent disease.
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  • This is based on a meta-analysis of 4 retrospective studies and one small trial with 1249 cases of meningococcal disease and more than 4200 household contacts
  • In the United States, antimicrobial chemoprophylaxis is the primary means for prevention of meningococcal disease among close contacts of a patient with invasive meningococcal disease
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      antimicrobial - an agent that kills microorganisms or inhibits their growth. 
  • The number needed to treat to prevent a single secondary household case was 218
  • (Purcell et al 2004). T
  • herefore, chemoprophylaxis should be recommended for the index patient with meningococcal disease and all household contacts within 24 hours of diagnosis of the primary case.
  • There are no high quality experimental trials addressing control policies for meningococcal disease and no adequate studies of chemoprophylaxis in day care settings. Nevertheless, current management guidelines support chemoprophylaxis within 24 hours for all close contacts
  • Chemoprophylaxis administered more than 14 days after contact with an index case is probably of no value. Also, chemoprophylaxis does not protect against subsequent reacquisition of N meningitidis.
  • Close Contacts Warranting Chemoprophylaxis for Meningococcal Disease
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      New Title: ways of transmission 
  • Persons having contact with patient’s oral secretions during 7 days prior to disease onset
  • -- Kissing -- Sharing of toothbrushes -- Sharing of eating utensils -- Mouth-to-mouth resuscitation -- Unprotected contact during endotracheal intubation
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      Unprotected Sex
  • Persons at Low Risk for Whom Chemoprophylaxis is Not Recommended
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      New Title: Low Risk People
  • Casual contact (eg, at school or work) without direct exposure to patient’s oral secretions Indirect contact only (ie, only contact is with a high-risk contact and not a case) Health care worker without direct exposure to patient’s oral secretions
  • Rifampin, ceftriaxone, and ciprofloxacin
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      Rifampin - a reddish-brown antibiotic used chiefly to treat tuberculosis and leprosy. ceftriaxone - Treats infections caused by certain types of bacteria. This medicine is a cephalosporin antibiotic.  cephalosporin - any of a group of semisynthetic broad-spectrum antibiotics resembling penicillin. ciprofloxacin - This medicine is a quinolone antibiotic that treats infections and is given to people who have been exposed to anthrax. quinolone - any of a class of antibiotics used in treating a variety of mainly Gram-negative infections, and thought to be responsible for antibiotic resistance in some microbes. Gram-negative - a staining technique for the preliminary identification of bacteria, in which a violet dye is applied, followed by a decolorizing agent and then a red dye. The cell walls of certain bacteria
  • (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 2000; 2001; Committee on Infectious Disease 2000).
  • azithromycin
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      azithromycin - Treats bacterial infections. This medicine is a macrolide antibiotic. macrolide - any of a class of antibiotics containing a lactone ring, of which the first and best known is erythromycin. lactone - an organic compound containing an ester group -OCO- as part of a ring. erythromycin - an antibiotic used in the treatment of infections caused byan antibiotic used in the treatment of infections caused by Gram-positive bacteria. It is similar in its effects to penicillin. Gram-positive - a staining technique for the preliminary identification of bacteria, in which a violet dye is applied, followed by a decolorizing agent and then a red dye. The cell walls of certain bacteria.
  • nasopharyngeal
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      nasopharyngeal - of or relating to or located near the nasopharynx nasopharynx - the upper part of the pharynx, connecting with the nasal cavity above the soft palate.
  • the drug of choice is rifampin, which is both effective and inexpensive. For young children rifampin can be administered with greater patient acceptance in a flavored syrup. Rifampin is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Rifampin may interfere with the efficacy of oral contraceptives, and some antiepileptic and anticoagulant medications. Rifampin may also stain the urine orange for a couple days and may stain soft contact lenses. Ciprofloxacin is also not recommended for use in pregnant women.
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  • Routine immunization
  • Meningitis is an inflammation of the meninges, the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord
  • The first symptoms of bacterial or viral meningitis can come on quickly or surface several days after someone has had a cold, diarrhea and vomiting, or other signs of an infection.
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  • anticonvulsants might be given for seizures
  • The vaccines against Hib, measles, mumps, polio, meningococcus, and pneumococcus can protect against meningitis caused by these microorganisms
  • Bacterial meningitis is rare
  • caused by bacteria or viruses, but some can be due to certain medications or illnesses
  • kids may need supplemental oxygen or mechanical ventilation if they have difficulty breathing.
  • kids get vaccinated for meningococcal disease when they're 11 years old
  • If someone develops shock or low blood pressure, additional IV fluids and certain medications might be given to increase blood pressure
  • Viral meningitis (also called aseptic meningitis
  • with a booster shot at age 16
  • Bacterial meningitis complications can be severe and include neurological problems such as hearing loss, visual impairment, seizures, and learning disabilities.
  • They might simply have extreme irritability, lethargy, or fever. They may be difficult to comfort, even when they are picked up and rocked
  • s relatively common and far less serious
  • fever lethargy (decreased consciousness) irritability headache photophobia (eye sensitivity to light) stiff neck skin rashes seizures
  • those who've had bacterial meningitis should have a hearing test following their recovery
  • People of any age can get meningitis
  • The vaccine also might be recommended for kids between 6 weeks and 10 years old who have certain high-risk medical problems, and for people traveling to countries where meningitis is more common
  • spread among those living in close quarters, teens, college students, and boarding-school students are at higher risk for infection.
  • The heart, kidneys, and adrenal glands also might be affected, depending on the cause of the infection
  • If dealt with promptly, meningitis can be treated successfully
  • get routine vaccinations
  • know the signs of meningitis
  • good hygiene is an important
  • Common symptoms include:
  • Infants with meningitis may not have common symptoms
  • if you suspect that your child has the illness, seek medical care right away
  • Encourage kids to wash their hands thoroughly and often, particularly before eating and after using the bathroom
  • Avoiding close contact with someone who is obviously ill and not sharing food, drinks, or eating utensils can help halt the spread of germs as well.
  • Most cases of meningitis — both viral and bacterial — are due to infections that are contagious, spread via tiny drops of fluid from the throat and nose of someone who is infected.
  • Other symptoms of meningitis in infants can include: jaundice (a yellowish tint to the skin) stiffness of the body and neck fever or lower-than-normal temperature poor feeding a weak suck a high-pitched cry bulging fontanelles (the soft spot at the top/front of the baby's skull)
  • airborne when the person coughs, laughs, talks, or sneezes.
  • They then can infect others when people breathe them in or touch the drops and then touch their own noses or mouths
  • Bacteria and viruses that infect the skin, urinary system, or gastrointestinal and respiratory tract can spread by the bloodstream to the meninges through cerebrospinal fluid, the fluid that circulates in and around the spinal cord.
  • Many different types of bacteria can cause bacterial meningitis
  • In some cases of bacterial meningitis, the bacteria spread to the meninges from a severe head trauma or a severe local infection, such as a serious ear infection (otitis media) or nasal sinus infection (sinusitis).
  • Seek medical attention immediately if you suspect your child has meningitis or has symptoms such as vomiting, headache, lethargy or confusion, neck stiffness, rash, and fever
  • Infants who have fever, irritability, poor feeding, and lethargy should also be assessed by a doctor right away.
  • Infections most often spread between people who are in close contact, such as those who live together or people who are exposed by kissing or sharing eating utensils. Casual contact at school or work with someone who has one of these infections usually will not transmit the infectious agent.
  • tends to cause flu-like symptoms
  • Most cases of viral meningitis resolve completely within 7 to 10 days, without any complications or need for treatment
  • If your child has had contact with someone who has meningitis (for example, in a childcare center or a college dorm), call your doctor to ask whether preventive medication is recommended
  • Sharing food, drinking glasses, eating utensils, tissues, or towels all can transmit infection as well. Some infectious organisms can spread through a person's stool (poop), and someone who comes in contact with the stool — such as kids in daycare — may develop the infection.
  • newborns, the most common causes are Group B streptococcus
  • In older kids, Streptococcus pneumoniae (pneumococcus) and Neisseria meningitidis (meningococcus) are more often the causes
  • if you think that your child has any form of meningitis, it's important to see the doctor right away.
  • Another bacteria, Haemophilus influenza type b (Hib), also can cause the illness but because of widespread childhood immunization, these cases are rarer
  • If meningitis is suspected, the doctor will order laboratory tests to help make the diagnosis, probably including a lumbar puncture (spinal tap) to collect a sample of spinal fluid.
  • many different viruses can lead to viral meningitis
  • coxsackievirus and poliovirus
  • , although some kids are allowed to recover at home if they are not too ill. Treatment aimed at relieving symptoms includes rest, fluids, and over-the-counter pain medication.
  • Someone with viral meningitis may be hospitalized
  • If bacterial meningitis is diagnosed — or even suspected — doctors will start intravenous (IV
  • antibiotic
  • Fluids may be given to replace those lost to fever, sweating, vomiting, and poor appetite.
  • soon as possibl
  • People of any age can get meningitis, but because it can be easily spread among those living in close quarters, teens, college students, and boarding-school students are at higher risk for infection.
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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.
  • What is viral meningitis?
  • more common
  • occur more often in the summer and fall
  • flu-like symptoms
  • 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?
  • more common in infants and young children and in people older than 60.
  • 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.
  • Close contact - not casual contact at work or school
  • 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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