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Mom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy8 years ago
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what is meningitis?

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profile image of Dr Arti SharmaExpertDr Arti SharmaPaediatrician8 years ago

A. It is inflammation of meninges caused by viruses, bacteria or parasites. Infection is spread through blood to the meninges. It causes high fever, vomiting, signs of raised intracranial pressure. It should be treated as soon as diagnosed otherwise can lead to shortterm as well as longterm complications.

profile image of RuchikaRuchikaMom of a 9 yr 1 m old girl8 years ago

A. its the swelling (inflammation) of the outer membranes of Brain/spinal cord caused by infection.

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