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Meningitis At a Glance …

Monday, January 9th, 2006

 Meningitis is serious condition that involves an inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord, called the meninges.
 Meningitis may be caused by bacterial or viral infection, and by some species of fungi, protozoa, and other parasites.
 The most common symptoms include : fever, lethargy, irritability, headaches, photophobia (eye sensitivity to light), and a […]

Meningitis Overview

Monday, January 9th, 2006

Meningitis is a serious and potentially life-threatening disease, and involves an inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord, called the meninges.
This inflammation can be caused by a variety of factors, including bacterial infections and viral infections, and also by some species of fungi, protozoa, and other parasites.
Some medications, some cancers, or […]


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