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17 Οκτ 2024 · Causes. Meningitis is an infection and swelling and irritation, called inflammation, of the fluid and three membranes that protect the brain and spinal cord. The three membranes are called meninges. The tough outer membrane is called the dura mater, and the delicate inner layer is the pia mater.
17 Οκτ 2024 · Diagnosis. A healthcare professional can diagnose meningitis based on a medical history, a physical exam and certain tests. Common tests to diagnose meningitis include: Blood cultures. A blood sample goes into a special dish to see if it grows germs such as bacteria. This is called a blood culture.
Classic symptoms of meningitis in adults are fever, headache and neck stiffness, but not everyone has every symptom. Newborns and babies may instead vomit, act fussy, not eat well, lack energy and be difficult to wake up.
17 Σεπ 2020 · Viral infections are the most common cause of meningitis, followed by bacterial infections and, rarely, fungal infections. Because bacterial infections can be life-threatening, identifying the cause is essential. Bacterial meningitis. Bacteria that enter the bloodstream and travel to the brain and spinal cord cause acute bacterial meningitis.
27 Νοε 2023 · The most common causes of meningitis are viral and bacterial infections. Other causes may include: cancer. fungi. drug-induced reactions. Some viral and bacterial meningitis are contagious....
16 Μαΐ 2024 · Symptoms. Encephalitis may cause many different symptoms including confusion, personality changes, seizures or trouble with movement. Encephalitis also may cause changes in sight or hearing. Most people with infectious encephalitis have flu-like symptoms, such as: Headache. Fever. Aches in muscles or joints. Fatigue or weakness.
Abstract. Bacterial meningitis is a medical emergency. All clinicians who provide acute medical care require a sound understanding of the priorities of managing a patient with suspected meningitis during the first hour.
