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Meningitis Inflammation of the meninges (three thin layers of tissue that cover and protect the brain and spinal cord). Meningitis is usually caused by a bacterial or viral infection, but sometimes is caused by cancer, drug allergies, or inflammatory diseases.
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Meningitis in Children 1 If the infection or resulting inflammation progresses past the membranes of the brain or the spinal cord, then the process is called encephalitis (inflammation of the brain).  The highest incidence of meningitis is between birth and 2 years, with the greatest risk immediately following birth and at 3-8 months of age.
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Meningitis Bacterial meningitis is a rare but potentially fatal disease. It can be caused by several types of bacteria that first cause an upper respiratory tract infection and then travel through the blood stream to the brain.The disease can also occur when certain bacteria invade the meninges directly.The disease can cause stroke, hearing loss, and permanent brain damage. Pneumococcal meningitis is the most common form of meningitis and is the most serious form of bacterial meningitis.acterial meningitis is a rare but potentially fatal disease. It can be caused by several types of bacteria that first cause an upper respiratory tract infection and then travel through the blood stream to the brain.
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Meningitis Meningitis caused by bacteria is called ‘bacterial meningitis’. The organisms (germs) that cause bacterial meningitis may live in the nose and throat. People of any age can carry them without becoming ill, but they can infect others through coughing or sneezing.
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- Pneumococcus is the most common cause of bloodstream infections, pneumonia, meningitis, and middle ear infections in young children. You have probably heard of pneumonia, which is an infection of the lungs. Pneumonia can be caused by many different bacteria, viruses, and even fungi.
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Symptoms of Ear Infection 1 Redness, swelling, pain behind the ear, and fever may be caused by an infection of the bone located behind the ear (mastoiditis). 2  Pain will get worse when you press on the bone behind the ear. 3  This infection is rare and usually occurs 10 to 14 days after a middle ear infection.
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Required Immunizations 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 also referred to as spinal meningitis. 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.eningitis 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 also referred to as spinal meningitis.
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- Caused by viral, bacterial, and fungi infections, meningitis occurs when your meninges (the thin membranes around your brain and neck) are inflamed.
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What is Meningitis? Meningitis is infection and inflamation of the meninges (the membranes that cover the brain and the spinal cord). Meningitis can be caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites. Viral meningitis-The most common but less serious form of meningitis. 2  Enteroviruses are the most common viral cause of meningitis in the US. 3  Coxsackie, herpes virus, arbovirus, measles and varicella are other common meningitis causing viruses.
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Yeast Meningitis can be caused by many different germs, including bacteria, fungi, and viruses. Most cases of meningitis are caused by viruses. Cryptococcal meningitis (CM) is one of the exceptions. It is caused by two types of fungus: Cryptococcus neoformans and Cryptococcus gattii. This disease is rare in normally healthy people. It is more common in people who have compromised immune systems, such as AIDS patients.
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Definitions &Translations The inflammation may be caused by infection with viruses, bacteria, or other microorganisms, and less commonly by certain drugs. Meningitis can be life-threatening because of the inflammation's proximity to the brain and spinal cord; therefore, the condition is classified as a medical emergency.f a rash is present, it may indicate a particular cause of meningitis; for instance, meningitis caused by meningococcal bacteria may be accompanied by a characteristic rash. A lumbar puncture diagnoses or excludes meningitis.
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Children's health guide What causes 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, immune system disorders and medications. Bacterial meningitis.
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Meningitis Meningitis. Inflammation of the meninges (three thin layers of tissue that cover and protect the brain and spinal cord). Meningitis is usually caused by a bacterial or viral infection, but sometimes is caused by cancer, drug allergies, or inflammatory diseases.PubMed Health Glossary.bout Meningitis. Meningitis is most often caused by a bacterial infection. It also may be caused by a virus, fungal infection, parasite, a reaction to certain medications or medical treatments, a rheumatologic disease such as lupus, some types of cancer, or a traumatic injury to the head or spine.
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Meningitis: Pictures of Rash and Other Symptoms Meningitis is a swelling of the membranes of the brain and spinal cord. It can be due to viral, fungal, or bacterial infection. The most common cause of meningitis is a viral infection. But bacterial meningitis is one of the most dangerous forms of the disease. Symptoms generally occur within a week after exposure. Not everyone develops every symptom. But they may develop a distinctive skin rash or additional symptoms that include: fever; feeling ill; headache
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Children's health guide 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, immune system disorders and medications.
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Meningitis Meningitis is most often caused by a bacterial or viral infection. It also may be caused by a fungal infection, parasite, a reaction to certain medications or medical treatments, a rheumatologic disease such as lupus, some types of cancer, or a traumatic injury to the head or spine.
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Meningitis - Cause Most people who get bacterial meningitis get it from one of two types of bacteria: 1  Streptococcus pneumoniae. 2  This is a common type of bacteria that causes a number of illnesses besides meningitis, such as ear and sinus infections and pneumonia.
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Meningitis Meningitis is an inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord. It can be caused by a number of infectious agents including viruses and bacteria. Haemophilus meningitis is most frequently caused by Haemophilus influenza type b, also known as Hib. 2  Before effective vaccines became available and widely used, Hib was the most frequent cause of bacterial meningitis in children 5 years of age and younger.
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- Bacterial meningitis is caused by bacteria found in the mouth, throat, or nose. The bacteria are spread from an infected person to another by coughing, kissing, or sharing food or drinks. It can also spread from an ear, nose, throat, sinus, or brain infection. A head injury or head surgery may also spread the infection.
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Meningitis - Cause Most meningitis is caused by bacteria and viruses that often live in our bodies. Usually these germs stay in the intestines or in the nose and throat, where they may or may not make us sick. But if they spread to the tissues (meninges) that surround the brain and spinal cord, they cause inflammation.
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Meningococcal disease Meningococcal meningitis is a form of bacterial meningitis. Meningitis is a disease caused by inflammation and irritation of the meninges, the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord.eningococcal disease causes life-threatening meningitis and sepsis conditions. In the case of meningitis, bacteria attack the lining between the brain and skull called the meninges. Infected fluid from the meninges then passes into the spinal cord, causing symptoms including stiff neck, fever and rashes.
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Children's health guide What Causes 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, syphilis, tuberculosis, autoimmune disorders, and medications. Bacterial Meningitis.
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Sepsis and Meningitis The three types of meningitis most commonly heard of are bacterial, viral, and fungal. You can also get parasitic meningitis and meningitis from other causes, such as from cancer, tuberculosis, even chemicals, to name a few. Meningitis due to an infection can cause a serious condition called sepsis. Sometimes called blood poisoning, sepsis is the body’s often deadly response to infection or injury. Sepsis kills and disables millions and requires early suspicion and rapid treatment for survival.
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- Introduction. Meningitis results from the inflammation of the meninges (the thin membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord). It is usually caused by a viral or bacterial infection. Most cases of meningitis are viral, but it can be hard to pinpoint without invasive testing.ntroduction. Meningitis results from the inflammation of the meninges (the thin membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord). It is usually caused by a viral or bacterial infection. Most cases of meningitis are viral, but it can be hard to pinpoint without invasive testing.
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Meningitis: Pictures of Rash and Other Symptoms Meningitis is a swelling of the membranes of the brain and spinal cord. It can be due to viral, fungal, or bacterial infection. The most common cause of meningitis is a viral infection. But bacterial meningitis is one of the most dangerous forms of the disease. Symptoms generally occur within a week after exposure. Not everyone develops every symptom. But they may develop a distinctive skin rash or additional symptoms that include: fever.
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- Meningitis is an inflammation of the lining around the brain and spinal cord. Most severe cases are caused by bacteria. Pneumococcal bacteria (Streptococcus pneumoniae) are the second biggest cause of bacterial meningitis in the UK and Ireland. Pneumococcal meningitis occurs when the bacteria that have invaded the bloodstream move across to infect the 'meninges' (the membranes that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord).