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Tuberculous meningitis is an infection of the the membranes covering the brain and spinal cord(meninges). |
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Symptoms
The symptoms usually begin gradually, and may include:FeverListlessnessLoss of appetiteLoss of consciousnessNausea an...
Causes
Tuberculous meningitis is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the bacteria that causes tuberculosis The bacteria sp...
Tests
For any patient with meningitis, it is important to perform a lumbar puncture(" spinal tap"), in which doctors take a...
Treatments
Treatment involves several antitubercular drugs at the same time, as it does for pulmonary tuberculosis. Treatment u...
Complications
Brain damage resulting from the infection may cause:Abnormal behaviorMental impairmentMotor paralysisSeizures.
Prevention
In areas where tuberculosis is more common, the BCG vaccine may help prevent severe forms of tuberculosis, such as me...
Doctor Specialties
Go to the emergency room or call 911 if you suspect you or your child may have any form of meningitis. This condition...
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