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antiseptic1488 [7]
3 years ago
14

Select the correct answers. Meningitis is the inflammation of the protective covering of the meninges. Which organs would be aff

ected first by the condition
Biology
1 answer:
Usimov [2.4K]3 years ago
6 0

Answer:

Brain and spinal cord

Explanation:

Meningitis is the inflammation of the protective covering of the meninges, the three membranes covering the brain and spinal cord. Meningitis usually occurs from a viral infection, but may sometimes result from a bacterial or fungal infection, cancer or drug allergies.

Viral and bacterial meningitis may be contagious and can be transmitted through coughing and sneezing.

Symptoms of meningitis include:

  • headaches
  • fever
  • sensitivity to bright light
  • stiff neck
  • seizures
  • sleepiness
  • lethargy
  • nausea and vomiting
  • decreased appetite

Treatment is by vaccination, use of antibiotics and antifungal agents.

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