The meninges are three layers of membranes that cover and protect the brain and spinal cord: They play a vital role in the maintenance and function of the central nervous system. Some of their main functions include:
- Anchor the brain
- Support blood vessels, nerves, lymphatics, and cerebrospinal fluid
- Prevent the brain and spinal cord from coming into direct contact with the skull and spinal column
An infection and swelling of these membranes are known as meningitis.
Meningitis can be fatal and often require quick treatment to prevent serious complications such as long-term brain damage.
Common Symptoms
- Acute onset of high-grade fever.
- A stiff, painful neck or the whole body
- Irritable mood
- Irritability
- Bad headache of bursting type.
- Impaired respiration
- Seizures
- Lethargy, listlessness & slow comprehension.
- Nausea or vomiting.
- Confusion or trouble concentrating.
- Brain fog.
- Sleepiness or trouble waking.
- Sensitivity to light.
- No desire to eat or drink.
- Skin rash
Common Causes
Viral infections are the most common cause of meningitis, but it can also be caused by bacteria, fungal, parasitic or tuberculosis.
Such germs can spread through coughing, sneezing, kissing or by shared eating utensils, toothbrushes or cigarettes.
Other causes may include:
After head injury, chemical reactions, medicines, allergies, some types of cancer and diseases such as sarcoidosis.
Risk factors
- Not getting vaccinations.
- Viral meningitis most often happens in children younger than age 5 years.
- Bacterial meningitis is common in those younger than age 20 years.
- Living in groups such as college students, on military bases, and children in boarding schools etc.
- Pregnancy increases the risk of an infection caused by listeria bacteria, which also may cause meningitis. That may lead to the risk of miscarriage, stillbirth and premature delivery.
- Weakened immune system.
Further Complications if left untreated.
Risk of seizures and long-term nervous system damage, including.
- Hearing loss.
- Trouble with vision.
- Memory issues.
- Learning disabilities.
- Brain damage.
- Trouble walking.
- Seizures
- Kidney failure.
- Shock
- Death
PREVENTION: DO’S & DONT’S
- Never self-medicate.
- Take care of nutrition & water loss due to vomiting.
- Do not neglect the symptoms.
- Take proper nursing care for head injuries.
- Wash your hands specially teach children to wash their hands before eating and after using the toilet, spending time in a crowded public place, or petting animals.
- Practice good hygiene.
- Don’t share drinks, foods, straws, eating utensils, lip balms or toothbrushes with anyone.
- Keep your immune system strong by getting enough rest, exercising regularly, and eating a good diet with fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
- When you need to cough or sneeze, be sure to cover your mouth and nose.
- If you’re pregnant, watch what you eat.
- Reduce your risk of a listeria infection by cooking meat.
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