What Is Meningitis?

Meningitis is an inflammation of the meninges, the lining that protects the brain and spinal cord.

It is almost always caused by an infection, usually by a bacteria (bacterial meningitis) or a virus (viral meningitis). In rare cases it can be triggered by a fungus or parasite.

Meningitis occurs most commonly in young children under 5, those aged 17-25 (who often live in close quarters like dormitories and barracks), and people over age 55. People with compromised immune systems, such as people with HIV or AIDS, are also at increased risk.

Meningitis is the inflammation of the protective membranes covering the central nervous system, known collectively as the meninges. Meningitis may develop in response to a number of causes, including infectious agents, physical injury, cancer, or certain drugs. While some forms of meningitis are mild and resolve on their own, meningitis is a potentially serious condition owing to the proximity of the inflammation to the brain and spinal cord. The potential for serious neurologic damage or even death necessitates prompt medical attention and evaluation. Infectious meningitis, the most common form, is typically treated with antibiotics and close observation.

Is it Meningitis you are asking? It is simply an inflammation of meninges, the protective sheth that wraps our brain. It is a deadly disease as is any other disease of the brain.

im not sure, even though i had it when i was 5. I had bacterial meningitis and blood poisoning. Most people die from it, and if they dont die then they’re very very lucky, but they lose some part of their body (leg, finger, toe, arm, etc, etc…) and if you dont lose apart of your body (like me) then your extremlely verily extremely lucky.

I know this didnt help much, but I hope it did anyway.

think its an inflammation of the meninges around the brain.