Signs of Meningitis and best treatment in Raahmundry - Rajahmundry

Meningitis is an infection and inflammation of the fluid and membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. These membranes are called meninges.

The inflammation from meningitis typically triggers symptoms such as headache, fever and a stiff neck.

Early meningitis symptoms may be similar to the flu. Symptoms may develop over several hours or over a few days.

Possible symptoms in anyone older than the age of 2 years include:

Sudden high fever.
Stiff neck.
Severe headache.
Nausea or vomiting.
Confusion or trouble concentrating.
Seizures.
Sleepiness or trouble waking.
Sensitivity to light.
No appetite or thirst.
Skin rash in some cases, such as in meningococcal meningitis.


Seek immediate medical care if you or someone in your family has meningitis symptoms, such as:

Fever.
Severe headache that doesn't go away.
Confusion.
Vomiting.
Stiff neck.


Bacterial meningitis is serious and can cause death within days without prompt antibiotic treatment. Delayed treatment also increases the risk of permanent brain damage.
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