{"id":20,"count":1,"description":"<article><header>\r\n<h1><\/h1>\r\n<\/header><section>Meningitis is an inflammation of the protective membranes (meninges) surrounding the brain and spinal cord. Bacterial, viral, fungal, or parasitic infections can cause it. Prompt recognition and treatment are crucial to prevent serious complications.<\/section><section>\r\n<h2>Symptoms<\/h2>\r\nCommon symptoms of meningitis include:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Severe headache<\/li>\r\n \t<li>High fever<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Neck stiffness<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Nausea and vomiting<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Sensitivity to light (photophobia)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Confusion or altered consciousness<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Seizures<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Non-blanching rash (does not fade when pressed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nIn infants, symptoms may also include:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Constant crying<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Excessive sleepiness or irritability<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Poor feeding<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bulging fontanelle (soft spot on the head)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/section><section>\r\n<h2>First Aid Response<\/h2>\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li><strong>Seek Immediate Medical Attention:<\/strong> Meningitis is a medical emergency. Call emergency services immediately if meningitis is suspected.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Monitor Vital Signs:<\/strong> Keep track of the person's breathing, pulse, and level of consciousness.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Provide Comfort:<\/strong> Keep the person comfortable and calm. Reduce exposure to bright lights if they are experiencing photophobia.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Be Prepared for CPR:<\/strong> If the person stops breathing or shows no signs of circulation, begin CPR if you are trained to do so.<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<\/section><section>\r\n<h2>Prevention<\/h2>\r\nPreventive measures include:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>Vaccination:<\/strong> Ensure vaccinations are up to date, including those against meningococcal bacteria, Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib), and pneumococcal infections.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Good Hygiene Practices:<\/strong> Regular handwashing and avoiding sharing personal items can reduce the risk of infection.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Awareness of Outbreaks:<\/strong> Stay informed about local outbreaks and follow public health advice.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/section><section>\r\n<h2>Further Resources<\/h2>\r\nExpand your knowledge on meningitis and related first aid topics:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.profaw.co.uk\/wiki\/meningitis-signs-and-symptoms\/\">Meningitis Signs and Symptoms<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.profaw.co.uk\/wiki\/meningitis-first-aid-treatment\/\">Meningitis First Aid Treatment<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.profaw.co.uk\/wiki\/meningitis-prevention-strategies\/\">Meningitis Prevention Strategies<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor comprehensive first aid training, enrol in our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.profaw.co.uk\/training\/first-aid-at-work-annual-refresher\/\">First Aid at Work Annual Refresher (VTQ) course<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<\/section><\/article>","link":"https:\/\/www.profaw.co.uk\/wiki\/category\/meningitis\/","name":"Meningitis","slug":"meningitis","taxonomy":"category","parent":0,"meta":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Meningitis: Symptoms, First Aid Response, and Prevention<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" 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