Patient's Complete Guide to Meningitis

Thee are the following types of meningitis:

• Bacterial Meningitis

This type of meningitis is caused by bacteria and requires immediate medical attention. It can be fatal if timely treatment is not provided. There are now vaccines available that help provide protection against this type.

• Viral Meningitis

This type of meningitis is less severe than bacterial meningitis. People having a strong immune system can get better on their own without consulting their doctor. Also, there are vaccines available that can provide you protection against some kinds of viral meningitis.

• Fungal Meningitis

Fungal meningitis is a rare type of meningitis and usually affects people with some underlying medical condition like diabetes, HIV, or cancer. People usually acquire this type of meningitis by inhaling fungal spores present in the environment.

• Parasitic Meningitis

This type of meningitis is relatively rare than both viral and bacterial meningitis and can affect the brain and nervous system.

• Amebic Meningitis

Primary Amebic Meningitis (PAM) is rare meningitis and is caused by Naegleria Fowleri. It causes much damage to the brain.

• Non- Infectious Meningitis

Sometimes, injuries, certain types of cancers, and drugs and brain surgery can cause meningitis.