Bacterial Meningitis

People who have Meningitis will suffer through a number of symptoms such as fever, severe headache, vomitting, neck pain and stiffness, and also photophobia (this is where the light hurts your eyes). Some of the after effects include memory loss, clumsiness, hearing problems, learning disabilities, seizures, speech problems, and even loss of sight. Meningitis is extremely dangerous because if it is not treated then it will lead to brain swelling and can cause death. The thin membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord are called meninges, hence the reason why it is called meningitis. Bacterial meningitis should be treated with antibiotics and also with plenty of fluids. They also may need to be kept in the hospital a few days just to make sure that the antibiotics are working and the disease is not getting any worse. The students at the university need to take extra precaution when it comes to sharing foods and drinks. Also the students on campus that do not have meningitis and have not been vaccinated should definitely be vaccinated for the disease.