Anyone can get meningitis, anywhere, anytime although some people are at a higher risk.
If you think you have meningitis you should get medical help as a matter of urgency. There are two types of this condition, bacterial and viral. Treatment for the bacterial type may need hospital treatment for at least 7 days.
Bacterial meningitis can leave you suffering long term problems even if you received rapid treatment.
- Hearing loss
- Memory and concentration issues
- Epilepsy
- Balance problems
- Loss of limbs
Long term problems could include any of the above and this list is not exhaustive.
It is important for you to know the symptoms because this could save lives.
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