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Many bacteria can cause meningitis. How they spread and who is at risk varies by bacteria type. Fungal meningitis is uncommon, difficult to diagnose, and treated with antifungal medicines. Three parasites are the main causes of parasitic meningitis, which is uncommon and hard to diagnose.
- Meningococcal
CDC provides information on meningococcal disease for the...
- About Viral Meningitis
Meningitis is an inflammation (swelling) of the protective...
- About Bacterial Meningitis
Key points. Bacterial meningitis is serious and death can...
- Meningococcal
Meningitis is an inflammation (swelling) of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord. A bacterial or viral infection can cause the swelling. Viral meningitis is the most common type of meningitis. Most people get better on their own without treatment, but it can be very serious.
9 Ιαν 2024 · Key points. Bacterial meningitis is serious and death can occur in a few hours. However, most people recover from bacterial meningitis. Those who recover can have permanent disabilities. What it is. Several bacteria can cause meningitis. Leading U.S. causes include: Streptococcus pneumoniae. Group B Streptococcus. Escherichia coli.
1 Σεπ 2017 · Serum procalcitonin, serum C-reactive protein, and CSF lactate levels can be useful in distinguishing between aseptic and bacterial meningitis. 28 – 33 C-reactive protein has a high negative...
30 Μαρ 2023 · Learn about the differences between viral and bacterial meningitis, including their causes, symptoms, treatments, and outlook.
17 Απρ 2023 · Meningitis is potentially fatal within 24 hours and requires urgent medical attention. It usually cannot be safely cared for at home. Meningitis caused by viruses or bacteria can have similar symptoms. Meningitis can vary in severity, appropriate treatment and care depending on the cause.
11 Ιουν 2021 · Results. Out of 80 patients, infectious meningitis was confirmed in 75 cases; 38 cases were bacterial meningitis, 34 cases were viral meningitis and three cases were mixed infection. Higher PCT, peripheral and CSF-leukocytosis, higher CSF-protein and lower CSF-glucose levels were more significant in bacterial than viral meningitis patients.
