Meningitis is an infection of the brain which causes inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord. A bacterial or viral infection of the fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord usually causes the swelling, it may begin as a complication of other illnesses such as measles, mumps, whooping cough or an ear infection.

What are the signs of meningitis?

• Fever.

• Severe headache.
• In a child; stiff neck, looks ill and lies with his head and neck bent back.

• Vomiting.

• Confusion and irritability.
• Severe muscle pain.
• Pale skin, rashes or spots on the skin.
• Babies; cry in a piercing way, and the child will remain restless and noisy.

Treatment and prevention of meningitis

Get medical help immediately! proper hygiene should be maintained to prevent meningitis infection.