home brain & nervous system center

Meningitis in Adults Topic Guide

Meningitis in Adults Meningitis in Adults: Meningitis is an infection of the layers around the spinal cord called meninges. This potentially life-threatening condition can be caused by bacteria, viruses, fungus, or reactions to medications or environmental toxins.
Read the Meningitis in Adults Main Article >>

Must Read Articles:

Featured:

Meningitis FAQs
Meningitis FAQs MedicineNet doctors answer common frequently asked questions about meningitis. Learn the causes, symptoms, treatments, and complications of this potentially life-threatening disease.

Expert Views and News

Meningitis in Adults Topic Guide - Visuals

Slideshows, Pictures, Images, and Quizzes:

Meningitis in Adults Topic Guide - Medications and Vitamins

Medications:

haemophilus b conjugate (PRP-T) vaccine Haemophilus B Conjugate (PRP-T) Vaccine

Haemophilus B is a type of influenza (flu) caused by bacteria...learn more »

pneumococcal polysaccharides vaccine (PPV), 23-valent Pneumococcal Polysaccharides Vaccine (PPV), 23-valent

Pneumococcal disease is a serious infection caused by a bacteria. Pneumococcal bacteria can infect the sinuses and inner ear. It can also infect the lungs, b...learn more »

pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV-pediatric only), 7-valent Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV-pediatric Only), 7-valent

Pneumococcal disease is a serious infection caused by a bacteria. Pneumococcal bacteria can infect the sinuses and inner ear. It can also infect the lungs, b...learn more »

haemophilus b and hepatitis B vaccine Haemophilus B And Hepatitis B Vaccine

Haemophilus B is a type of influenza (flu) caused by bacteria...learn more »

ampicillin Ampicillin

Ampicillin is an antibiotic in the penicillin group of drugs. It fights bacteria in your body...learn more »

Health Solutions From Our Sponsors