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It depends on the causative organism and the time of starting treatment. With early treatment complete recovery can be expected.Complications are more common with Hemophilus Influenza meningitis.
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∙ 12y agoDeafness in one or both ears; vertigo/dizziness; mood alteration (depression/irritability); headaches; compromised vision (light sensitivity etc) . These can all go away over time (can take a year or more to recover) and not all those affected by meningitis have these long term side effects.
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∙ 15y agoVarious types of brain dysfunction (all the way to brain death),
and it can be permanent. Or you can recover to apparent normality.
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∙ 8y agoPossible side effects (after effects) of viral meningitis include balance and concentration problems, depression, exhaustion, and headaches.
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∙ 13y agoIf enough brain tissue is damaged by an infection, serious, life-long handicaps will remain.
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What are some of the long term side effects of spinal meningitis?
Meningitis may be difficult to diagnose. It may occur as spinal meningitis, bacterial meningitis or viral meningitis. Spinal meningitis can only be confirmed by lumbar puncture. There are two divisions of meningitis -- viral (caused by a virus) and bacterial (caused by one of several types and strains of bacteria residing in the throat or nasal passages). The bacterial form of meningitis is extremely dangerous, fast-moving and has the most potential for being fatal. Left untreated, it usually results in death. Threats to infants and children from meningitis include paralysis or death. In adults there is a risk of circulatory problems as well. For many survivors, the long-term effects can be debilitating, possibly including multiple amputations (caused by gangrene), hearing loss, and kidney damage. Heart damage can result from endocarditis. There can also be neurological problems such as epilepsy and learning difficulties. Many (but not all) forms of bacterial meningitis can be prevented in adults by vaccination.
Where is meningitis mostly found?
Meningitis is usually found near a person's brain and spinal chord. If not treated correctly, it could lead to permanent brain damage or even death.
What is the cause for headache in meningitis?
Meningitis causes swelling of the meninges which can result in pain and other symptoms. For appropriate diagnosis and treatment of headache disorders, consult a board certified headache specialist.
Is Meningitis worse that MRSA?
Viral Meningitis isn't as severe as Bacterial meningitis. Bacterial meningitis left untreated can cause tissue damage on the brain, seizures, and death. MRSA is short for "methicillin resistant staph aeurous" or staph that is resistant to a strong antibiotic called methicillin. Once in your body MRSA will stay they, you can have outbreaks in the form of boils or it may lie dormant.
What does 1 get when 1 gets amnesia?
Amnesia is memory loss. It can occur from a traumatic head injury (such as from a car crash), or as the result of a virus (such as meningitis), or the result of a stroke.
Does 10000mg of tylonal always result in liver damage?
does 10000Mg of tylonal allways result in liver damage
What would result from damage to the superior colliculi?
Vision damage
Who is most at risk for meningitis?
it usually feeds on children and old people
Why meningitis child has kernig?
because of the progression of the infection which it can infect the nerve at the back of the neck and cause it to spasm and result in regidity.
Is there math in meningitis?
There is no math in meningitis. Meningitis is an inflammation, and is not mathematical in any way. Math involves numbers, and meningitis involves inflammation.
What causes brain damage from meningitis?
I hadit when I wasonly10 year. Lost vision in right eye, memory is poor and left side of penis is damaged no effect ontesticles. Did not achieve full height compared to other siblings. Right eye has been inoculated. No effect on left eye
Spinal Meningitis Symptoms and Treatment?
Spinal meningitis is a term that is sometimes used to refer to the inflammatory condition of meningitis, but the inflammation can also affect the brain, not just the spinal cord. There are two different causes of meningitis. If it is caused by a virus, it is often less severe and individuals recover without medical treatment. If it is bacterial, it is more dangerous. Bacterial meningitis can result in permanent learning disabilities, hearing loss or brain damage.Signs and Symptoms of MeningitisReceiving an early diagnosis is essential to prevent brain damage and contaminating others since both types of meningitis are contagious. It is passed through sneezing, coughing, and direct contact, but it is harder to catch than a cold or flu. Close contact and prolonged exposures to those with meningitis increase the risk. Spinal meningitis symptoms are similar to the flu. An individual should see a physician immediately if they are experiencing any of the following:strong headachehigh fevernausea and vomitingsleepinesssensitive to bright lightsconfusion and difficulties concentratingstiff neckSpinal meningitis symptoms can develop quickly over the course of a couple of hours or they can take a few days to manifest. For infants, symptoms can be hard to detect or may be completely absent. Meningitis affects infants differently. They may not eat well, be irritable or slow, and appear sick. If meningitis continues without treatment, it can result in seizures.Treating Spinal MeningitisSome types of bacterial meningitis can be treated with antibiotics. Knowing which type a patient has is important because treatment helps to keep meningitis from spreading and infecting others. Antibiotics greatly reduce the risk of death in all but the elderly. With early treatment, risks drop to less than 15 percent.Most meningitis is caused by a viral infection. For this type, antibiotics do not help. While viral spinal meningitis symptoms are similar to bacterial meningitis, there is no treatment. Symptoms do tend to be milder and the body's defenses enable most patients to fully recover within about two weeks. For those with weak immune systems, a hospital stay may be required.
