Meningitis
Meningitis inflames the meninges, which protect the brain and spinal cord. It is also caused by drugs or medical issues. Meningitis may cause brain damage, hearing loss, and death.
Meningitis symptoms:
Fever and headache
Stiff neck light-sensitivity confusion
Seizures rash
Irritability, poor eating, and lethargy may occur in newborns and young children.
Meningitis symptoms should be treated immediately to avoid worsening and consequences.
Meningitis may have life-threatening complications:
Brain damage: Meningitis may inflame and enlarge the brain, causing lasting brain damage, cognitive disability, and other neurological issues.
Hearing loss: Meningitis may permanently damage the inner ear.
Optic nerve inflammation: Meningitis may cause vision impairment or blindness.
Seizures: Meningitis may induce life-threatening seizures.
Septicemia: Meningitis may induce this life-threatening blood infection.
Hydrocephalus: Meningitis may obstruct CSF fluid, causing brain fluid to accumulate.