MENINGITIS is the inflammation of the lining around the brain and spine and can be very serious if not treated quickly. But people often mistake it for flu as many of the symptoms overlap. Some of …
However, some people are left with serious, long-term health complications, such as balance problems, memory and concentration difficulties, recurrent seizures, vision or hearing loss, and amputation.Vaccinations offer some protection against certain causes of meningitis.
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