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Although a vaccine is available for meningococcus, it is still difficult at this time to produce a vaccine for the type B organism, the most common one in the United States.
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What can confirm a suspicion of meningococcemia?
The diagnosis of meningococcemia can be made by the growth of the organism from blood cultures.
What is meningococcemia initially treated with?
Immediate treatment of a suspected case of meningococcemia begins with antibiotics that work against the organism.
How many patients will die from acute meningococcemia?
As many as 15-20% of patients with meningococcemia will die as a result of the acute infection.
How does meningococcemia occur?
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Where does meningococcemia originate?
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What reading material is available on meningococcemia?
You can find reading material on meningococcemia in medical textbooks, journal articles, and reputable websites such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO). These sources will provide information on symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of meningococcemia.
Can a pregnant woman take rifampicin as prophylaxis for meningococcemia?
Yes
Can a dead person transmit meningococcemia?
No. It would be quite unusual for this to happen.
How dangerous are recurring episodes of meningococcemia?
Certain people with immune system defects (particularly those with defects in the complement system) may have recurrent episodes of meningococcemia. These patients, however, seem to have a less serious outcome.
What is the first sign of the severity of meningococcemia?
The first signs of the infection's severity are small bleeding spots seen on the skin (petechiae). A doctor should always suspect meningococcemia when he/she finds an acutely ill patient with fever, chills, and petechiae.
Why is it crucial to begin antibiotic treatment for meningococcemia quickly?
It is most likely that the speed of initial treatment will affect the ultimate outcome.
Why will surgery be necessary for some patients with acute meningococcemia?
A significant percentage of the survivors will have tissue damage that requires surgical treatment.
