Meningitis is inflammation of the protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord which is normally caused by bacteria or a virus. Bacterial meningitis can be extremely severe as it includes neurological issues such as: • Vision impairment • Hearing loss • Seizures • Unfortunately the heart, kidneys and adrenal glands can also be affected. However if diagnosed and treated quickly there can be a full recovery. Viral meningitis is more common then bacterial meningitis. Viral meningitis is also known as aseptic meningitis and it is infrequently life-threatening but can leave long term side effects. Meningitis is treatable, however it can be very serious if left untreated. Common symptoms of meningitis include: • Stiffness in the neck • Sensitivity to light • Feeling irritable • Lethargic • High fever • Skin rash • Vomiting • Confusion It is extremely important to take medical action immediately if you think you are undergoing symptoms, that have been mentioned above ☝🏻 Or you have been near someone who is suffering with it. Contact your general practitioner in order to provide you with the best possible treatment and advice. . . . . #meningitis #meningitissurvivor #meningitisnow #meningitisawareness #meningitisresearch #bacterialmeningitis #lifeaftermeningitis #worldmeningitisday #meningitisuk #viralmeningitis #meningitisrecovery #meningitiswarrior #meningitissucks #spinalcord #brainmembrane #visionimpairment #hearingloss #asepticmeningitis #lightsensitivity #lethargic #skinrash #vomiting #confusion #feelingirritated #neckstiffness #healthtips #holisticpractitioner #holisticmedicine (at Richmond, Surrey, United Kingdom) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7YUqvdAfJv/?igshid=tcm7odxtvdbh
