Meningitis

There is both a bacterial and viral version of meningitis. Bacterial meningitis is a serious condition that can lead to septicaemia and quickly become fatal. The infection affects the protective membranes around the brain and spinal cord. Without urgent treatment this can result in damage to the brain, damage to the nerves, and death. The symptoms may seem similar to flu or a nasty cold at first: a high temperature; nausea and vomiting; stiffness in the neck; and drowsiness. Further distinctive symptoms include: a rash that doesn’t fade when a glass is rolled over it; unresponsiveness; and seizures or fits. Don’t wait for symptoms to develop, get emergency assistance as soon as you think you might have meningitis. Viral meningitis is more common, but much less serious.

According to Meningitis Now, around 22 people contract meningitis every day. Their website contains news, symptom advice, and information on fundraising events. Meningitis.org contains a symptom tracker, over 650 stories from people who have been affected by meningitis, and information about various projects and campaigns that target the disease. Meningitis is a serious disease that can lead to death. If you think you may have meningitis you should seek medical treatment immediately by calling 999.

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