Overview
Meningitis is an inflammation of the membranes around the brain and spinal cord. It's usually caused by a viral infection but can also be bacterial or fungal.
Symptoms
Symptoms include headache, fever, and stiff neck.
Treatments
p>Depending on the cause, meningitis may get better on its own or it can be life-threatening, requiring urgent antibiotic treatment.
Last Updated: June 13th, 2017
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