Meningitis
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Meningitis involves the inflammation of the tissues that cover the brain and spinal cord. There are two main forms of meningitis: bacterial meningitis and viral meningitis. Bacterial meningitis is the more serious of the two and, if not treated immediately, may lead to serious brain damage or even death. Viral meningitis is more common than bacterial meningitis and is much less serious, often clearing up within a week or two without specific treatment. Meningitis is most often caused by another bacterial or viral infection that began elsewhere in the body – such as the ears, upper respiratory tract, or sinuses.
Meningitis may be linked to medical malpractice. By contacting a medical malpractice attorney, you can learn more about this serious condition and how malpractice may have contributed to you or your child's injuries. An attorney can evaluate the particular value of your claim in order to best address your current and future needs. Depending upon the circumstances of your case, you may be able to recover financial compensation for your medical expenses, future medical care, and much more.
Symptoms of Meningitis
Meningitis symptoms may manifest differently in adults and babies. Adults may experience vomiting, headache, fever, drowsiness, joint pain, stiff neck, light aversion and fits, while an infant may show symptoms such as: a dislike of being handled, lethargy, refusing food, neck retraction with arching of back, high-pitched cry or whimpering, fever, cold hands and feet, and more.
If you have noticed these symptoms in your baby or someone else, it is important that you seek medical attention and contact a medical malpractice lawyer as soon as possible. You do not want to waste any time and hurt your chances of a maximum financial recovery.
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