Is meningitis serious?
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Bacterial meningitis is often the most serious and life-threatening form of meningitis. Both bacterial and viral meningitis are also highly contagious. Of infected newborns who survive, 15 to 25 percent will have damage to the brain or nerves. If you suspect that you or a loved one has meningitis, it is important to seek immediate medical care.
Bacterial meningitis is often the most serious and life-threatening form of meningitis. Both bacterial and viral meningitis are also highly contagious. Of infected newborns who survive, 15 to 25 percent will have damage to the brain or nerves. If... More
