Meningitis is an infection of the meninges – the protective membranes that surround the brain and the spinal cord. Whilst most of us have heard of it, it’s a disease that tends to generate a ...

The illness may progress over one or two days but it can develop rapidly, sometimes in a matter of hours. Find out what the signs and symptoms of meningitis are. If you recognise any of these symptoms ...

Generally, cases of meningitis in newborns and young infants tend to progress rapidly; thus, it's essential to take action quickly once signs and symptoms occur. Dr P. Sharath explains the ...

Do not wait for all the symptoms to appear before seeking medical help. A person with meningitis can deteriorate very quickly. It is potentially very serious and needs immediate attention. 2. Check ...

What you need to know Bacterial meningitis and meningococcal disease are uncommon but life-threatening conditions. Early recognition is important but difficult because of the non-specific ways in ...

Meningeal signs, such as nuchal rigidity, positive Kernig's sign, or Brudzinski's sign, may also be noted (Greenberg, 2001). Patients may present with an altered level of consciousness caused by ...

An 18-year-old woman presented nine days after tonsillectomy with headache, fever and meningeal signs and was admitted to the intensive care unit for suspected meningitis. The usual diagnostic ...