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Is viral meningitis or enciphelitis contagious?
Meningitis (viral or bacterial) is infectious and can be highly contagious. Usually anyone in close contact with someone who gets bacterial meningitis will be given antibiotics as well.
Is Carcinomatous Meningitis contagious?
No, its not in the blood stream but in the spinal fluid. ?
What is an example of highly contagious bacterial disease?
Bacterial meningitis.
Is bacterial spinal meningitis contagious?
i dont think....so...
Is meningitis is a communicable disease?
The viruses that cause viral meningitis are contagious
Is meningitis in dogs contagious?
This is an inflammation of the meningeal lamina that surrounds the brain and the spine marrow. This is septic, which means "infected".
Where can a person find the symptoms of meningitis?
The person wishing to inquire about meningitis symptoms can call his/her local physician's office, or health department, as it is a highly-contagious, mosquito-borne illness that is a threat to public safety.
Is meningitis contagious?
Yes, meningitis is a communicable disease, caused by viruse. It is caused by the enterovirus,. Note that the virus is active in the summer and early fall. People with meningitis should be in isolation and stay away from other people. Not everyone who is infected with meningitis will actually get the disease. Preventing the spread includes: disinfecting surfaces with chlorine bleach mixed with water and washing hands often.
Is meningitis contagious after antibiotic treatment?
Meningitis is contagious. It can be spread by coming into contact with an infected person's respiratory secretions. Small children who are not yet toilet trained and their caretakers may also spread the virus.Not everyone who is infected with meningitis will actually get the disease. Therefore, it is not always obvious when you are at risk for infection. When it comes to personal hygiene, common sense can help prevent the spread of viral meningitis. This may include:washing hands oftendisinfecting surfaces with chlorine bleach mixed with waterBecause viral menigitis is caused by the enterovirus, it is important to note that this virus is active in the summer and early fall.http://www.symptoms-of-meningitis.co.uk is a good site for meningitis information.
Where is meningitis in the body?
Meningitis (men-in-ji-tis) affects the menins, an area in the brain which is located in the back, and extends upwards on the outer layer. Meningitis appears when this area of the brain is infected, and infection may continue down the spinal cord, because it is attached to the menins. That is why when you have meningitis your neck can gets stiff and hurt when you stretch it by looking down. Meningitis is a very serious illness and you should go straight to the emergency room if you or another person has it. It is curable, and it is not contagious.
How easy is it to contract meningitis?
Meningitis is not highly contagious and is typically spread through close contact with an infected person's respiratory secretions. It is not as easily contracted as the common cold or flu, but certain factors such as weakened immune system or living in close quarters can increase the risk of contracting the disease. It is important to practice good hygiene and get vaccinated to reduce the risk of meningitis.
What is the medical term for tuberculous osteomyelitis?
osteomyelitis
