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Bacterial Meningitis

Bacterial meningitis is a medical emergency caused by bacteria such as Neisseria meningitidis and Streptococcus pneumoniae infecting the meninges. It causes severe headache, neck stiffness, photophobia, and can rapidly cause brain damage or death.

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Medical Review— vHospital Editorial Team · 2024–2025
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