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Bacterial Meningitis Definition
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What is bacterial meningitis?
A person with bacterial meningitis has inflammation of the dura, a protective lining that envelope the brain and spinal cord. Bacterial meningitis is a life-threatening infection without prompt treatment. ![]() What are the symptoms of bacterial meningitis? Common symptoms of bacterial meningitis include a headache, neck pain, neck stiffness, and a high fever. ![]() How does the doctor treat bacterial meningitis? Bacterial meningitis is a life threatening infection that requires treatment with antibiotics in the hospital. With prompt treatment, most people will recover. Continue to Bacterial Meningitis Incidence
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