Which protective membranes become inflamed with meningitis?
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The meninges
They surround the brain and spinal cord.
💡 Did you know? „Meningitis“ means inflammation of the meninges.
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Which bacterium causes the feared inflammation of the brain's membranes with bleeding under the skin?
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Neisseria meningitidis
Many carry it harmlessly in the throat.
💡 Did you know? Only rarely does it enter the body.
Which neck change is an important warning sign?
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A stiff neck
Bending the head forward hurts sharply.
💡 Did you know? Fever and headache add to it.
How quickly can a meningococcal infection become life-threatening?
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Within a few hours
That is why every hour counts.
💡 Did you know? Immediate treatment can save lives.
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