Meningitis is a condition in which the protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord become inflamed (swell).

The swelling is usually caused by a bacterial or viral infection of the fluid around the brain and spinal cord.

Meningitis can also be caused by accidents, tumors, certain medicines, and other forms of infections.

Some of the signs and symptoms are:

• Sudden high fever
• Stiff neck
• Severe headache that seems different from normal
• Headache with nausea or vomiting
• Confusion or difficulty concentrating
• Seizures
• Sleepiness or difficulty waking
• Sensitivity to light, etc.

Following are the types of Meningitis:

Bacterial Meningitis: Caused by bacteria and require immediate medical attention. Viral Meningitis: Serious but less severe than bacterial. People can get better on their own.

Fungal Meningitis: Caused by fungi. It’s rare but can get inside the body by inhaling fungal spores.

Parasitic Meningitis: Parasites can cause or affect the brain. However It’s less common.

Viral Meningitis: Antibiotics can't cure viral meningitis, and most cases improve on their own in several weeks. If the cause of your meningitis is unknown, your doctor may start antiviral and antibiotic treatment while the cause is determined.

Dr Vamshi Krishna at Care Hospital, Nampally , will see your medical history, a physical exam, and some diagnostic procedures to diagnose meningitis.

He may look for symptoms of infection around the head, ears, throat, and skin along the spine during the exam.

Few tests like Blood cultures, Imaging, Spinal tap will be done to see the growth of microorganism and place of inflammation.

The treatment will depend on the type of meningitis. For

• Bacterial Meningitis: It will be treated immediately with intravenous antibiotics and sometimes corticosteroids. This helps to ensure recovery and reduce the risk of complications, such as brain swelling and seizures.
• Viral Meningitis: Antibiotics can't cure viral meningitis, and most cases improve on their own in several weeks.
• If the cause of your meningitis is unknown, your doctor may start antiviral and antibiotic treatment while the cause is determined.

Dr Vamshi Krishna at Care Hospital, Nampally is known for the treatment of Meningitis in the town to ensure quality care and successful recovery.

Dr Vamshi Krishna with his experience will give you the best treatment. He has treated many patients suffering from Meningitis.

Sometimes, Meningitis can be life-threatening. Get it treated by the best Neurosurgeon doctor in nampally.

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