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MENINGITIS ?

Overview

Before planning a trip to Kazakhstan, you must be aware of its health structure. There are some common bacterial and cardiovascular diseases in Kazakhstan like Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis, etc. And Meningitis is one of them. Meningitis is one of the top 7 diseases in Kazakhstan that can result in serious effects on the human body.

What is Meningitis?

Inflammation of Meninges refers to Meningitis. Meninges are the three membranes that cover the brain & spinal cord of human. When the fluids that flow near the membrane get infected, Meningitis occurs.

Why It Occurs?

One of the main reason for the cause of meningitis is viral and bacterial infections. Some of these infections are contagious and can enter the patient’s body via coughing, sneezing, or close contact. Other things that may cause Meningitis include Cancer, Chemical Irritation, Fungi, and Drug Allergies.

Moreover, the disease also depends upon the age factor. Adults with a compromised immune system are at a greater risk for developing meningitis. The risk factor is high in young adult ages and more preferably people older than 60. Furthermore, Meningitis is of five types that are listed below:

• Viral Meningitis
• Bacterial Meningitis
• Fungal Meningitis
• Parasitic Meningitis
• Non-infectious Meningitis

Signs & Symptoms

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Like other infectious and cardiovascular diseases, Meningitis also has several symptoms. However, these symptoms of Viral and Bacterial Meningitis might be similar in the beginning. These symptoms also depend upon the age of the victim. For Viral Meningitis, symptoms are listed below:

• Decreased appetite
• Irritability
• Sleepiness
• Lethargy
• Fever
• Headache
• Nausea & Vomiting
• Stiff neck
• Sensitivity to bright light

Almost similar are the symptoms for fungal meningitis and other types as well. If you feel any of the symptoms,  just seek your healthcare advisor and doctor.

Diagnosis and Treatment

Feeling any of the above symptoms, you must seek the doctor. The doctor will check whether you really are suffering from the disease or not. Important clues include the victim’s age, dorm residence, and daycare center attendance. During the physical exam, your doctor will look for fever, an increased heart rate, neck stiffness, and reduced consciousness. Another thing that the doctor can use is a lumbar puncture which is also known as a spinal tap. It helps the doctor to look for the increased pressure in the central nervous system. Some other tests that a doctor will prescribe are:

• Blood Cultures
• A Complete Blood Counts
• Chest X-Rays
• CT Scans
• Glass test

Treatment of meningitis depends upon the type and cause of meningitis. For instance, the Bacterial Meningitis needs an immediate hospitalization that helps in preventing brain damage and death. It is generally treated with intravenous antibiotics. Whereas the Fungal Meningitis is treated with antifungal agents. Furthermore, the Viral Meningitis may resolve on its own. So why waste your time? If you are suffering from this serious disease and want to avail the best treatment service, just contact the Global Patient Transfer without any hesitation and register yourself for the treatment.