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What type of meningitis is the most difficult to treat?
The most serious and difficult-to-treat types of meningitis tend to be those caused by bacteria.
What is the difference between encephalitis and meningitis?
meningitis is inflamation of meninges surrounding the brain, but encephalitis is inflamation of the brain itself
Can viral meningitis cause viral encephalitis?
Some of the same viruses that cause encephalitis can cause meningitis, and vice versa. One can also have meningitis and encephalitis at the same time, a condition called meningoencephalitis.
What is the difference between post encephalitis and post meningitis?
Aurore
What does intracranial infection mean?
intracranial infection (any infection within the skull such as meningitis and encephalitis)
What complications can shigellosis inflict on the nervous system?
Shigellosis can cause irritation of the meninges or meningitis, encephalitis, and seizures.
What is the medical term meaning inflammation of the tissue surrounding the brain?
Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes around the brain. Encephalitis is inflammation of the brain.
Could encephalitis and meningitis cause parkinson's?
I have been wondering the same thing. My mother had bacterial meningitis at age 63. She had no symptoms of Parkinson's before the meningitis, but she woke up from the coma with a tremor in her hand which was the first symptom. Nine years later, her Parkinson's has developed significantly.
Is omnicef used to treat meningitis in children?
Yes, the prescription drug called Omnicef is used to treat meningitis in children. It is typically given to children who are 6 months to 12 years old.
Where is meningitis most found in the world?
west Africa
Why is it difficult to detect meningitis in the elderly?
Similarly, debilitated elderly patients may not have fever or other identifiable symptoms of meningitis.
What neurological disorders may bring on mental retardation?
Children who have a neurological disorder or illness such as encephalitis or meningitis may suddenly show signs of cognitive impairment and adaptive difficulties.
