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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 · Treatment for ongoing meningitis, called chronic meningitis, depends on the cause. Antifungal medicines treat fungal meningitis. A mix of antibiotics can treat tuberculous meningitis.
Bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites and non-infectious conditions can cause meningitis. Symptoms include fever, severe headache, neck stiffness, nausea, vomiting and light sensitivity. If you think you have meningitis, go to the ER immediately. Care at Cleveland Clinic.
27 Νοε 2023 · Viral and bacterial infections are the most common causes of meningitis. There are several other forms of meningitis. Examples include cryptococcal, which is caused by a fungal infection, and...
17 Σεπ 2020 · Several strains of bacteria can cause acute bacterial meningitis, most commonly: Streptococcus pneumoniae (pneumococcus). This bacterium is the most common cause of bacterial meningitis in infants, young children and adults in the United States. It more commonly causes pneumonia or ear or sinus infections. A vaccine can help prevent this infection.
24 Σεπ 2018 · Overview. Meningitis is inflammation of the three membranes (meninges) that line the brain and spinal cord. Although meningitis can affect people of any age, babies under 2 are at the highest...
21 Οκτ 2011 · The most common causes of bacterial meningitis are three main bacteria: Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae and Neisseriameningitidis. Streptococcus pneumoniae often causes bacterial meningitis in infants, young children and adults.
