| Disease |
MENINGITIS - VIRAL |
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| Quotation |
"The microbe that felled one child in a distant continent yesterday can reach yours today and seed global pandemic tomorrow". |
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| Definition |
Acute Viral infection of the meninges and spinal fluid, mostly afflicting the young. |
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| Prognosis |
A benign disease with complete recovery. Deafness could be a complication. |
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| General Measures |
Adequate hydration, and electrolyte balance to be maintained. Control fever as indicated. |
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| Advice to Patient |
Reassure about the usual benign nature of illness. Small possibility of spread to close contacts and hence minimize close contact. |
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| Inadequate Response |
Very unusual disease in elderly, and if diagnosed consider alternative diagnosis like Carcinomatous meningitis. |
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| Prevention |
Avoid close contact with the patient. Isolate the patient for 24 hours after start of therapy. Thorough washing of hands by patient\'s attendants. |
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| Reference From |
Website: ww.emedicine. Com/neuro/topic607.htm |
