Metrus, MDBacterial meningitis, also known as pyogenic meningitis, is a type of meningitis caused by a bacterial infection.

Some signs of meningitis that might be seen on your physical examination include: Photophobia Brisk reflexes (a strong response during a reflex test) Kernig’s sign (not being able to straighten ...

Aseptic meningitis is a type of meningitis caused by something other than bacteria, usually a virus. It causes the tissues covering your brain and spinal cord to become inflamed. Aseptic ...

And yet the tiniest of germs can bring this complex organ to a halt. Meningitis is caused by germs that can do just that-- an infection that attacks the lining around the brain and spinal cord.

But sometimes, those seemingly innocent symptoms can be the first whispers of something far more dangerous – meningitis, an infection that can go from mild concern to life-threatening emergency ...

This factsheet on meningitis helps nurses distinguish between viral and bacterial forms, including risks and complications, and when urgent action is needed. It is part of a collection on childhood ...

Meningitis — inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord — can result from different causes, including viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites. Certain diseases like ...

In a concerning turn of events, multiple cases of viral meningitis have been reported in Kolkata, sparking fear among residents and health authorities. A group of schoolchildren in the city was ...