Bacterial Meningitis

• Potentially life-threatening form of the disease

• Can cause serious complications:  Brain damage, hearing loss, and death if not diagnosed and treated immediately

• Usually occurs when bacteria gets into the bloodstream and travels to the brain and spinal cord

Viral Meningitis

• Most cases are caused by common viruses such as measles, mumps, and chicken pox

• Viral meningitis has the same types of symptoms as bacterial meningitis :  Sudden fever, headache, and stiff neck

• Often resolves on its own, without specific treatment

• It can be fatal, it depends on factors like the type of virus causing the infection, the patient’s age, and whether he or she has a weakened immune system.

 

 

Parasitic Meningitis

 

Fungal Meningitis

 

Non-Infectious Meningitis