2024年10月17日 · Meningitis is an infection and swelling, called inflammation, of the fluid and membranes around the brain and spinal cord. These membranes are called meninges. The inflammation from meningitis most often triggers symptoms such as headache, fever and a …

2020年9月17日 · Seek immediate medical care if you or someone in your family has meningitis symptoms, such as: Fever; Severe, unrelenting headache; Confusion; Vomiting; Stiff neck; Bacterial meningitis is serious, and can be fatal within days without prompt antibiotic treatment. Delayed treatment increases the risk of permanent brain damage or death.

2024年10月17日 · X-rays or CT scans of the chest or sinuses may show an infection that may be linked to meningitis. Spinal tap. This procedure collects fluid from around the spine. In people with meningitis, the fluid often shows a low sugar level along with a …

2024年6月27日 · Symptoms. Spinal stenosis often causes no symptoms. When symptoms do happen, they start slowly and get worse over time. Symptoms depend on which part of the spine is affected. In the lower back. Spinal stenosis in the lower back can cause pain or cramping in one or both legs. This happens when you stand for a long time or when you walk.

2011年10月21日 · Common symptoms of meningitis in adults, teens and children older than 2 can include severe headache, a stiff neck, fever above 101 degrees Fahrenheit, confusion or difficulty concentrating, sensitivity to bright light, vomiting, and sleepiness or difficulty waking up.

2024年10月17日 · Spot the signs and understand the treatment options for meningitis, an infection that has several possible causes.

Neurologist Dr. Marie Grill says bacterial meningitis inflames the membranes surrounding your brain and spinal cord and creates symptoms that include headache, neck stiffness, fever and nausea. It’s a serious illness that can be deadly, if left untreated. Marie Grill, M.D. “Vaccination is key with respect to bacterial meningitis.” Graphic:

2023年11月21日 · The most common symptom of a spinal CSF leak is a headache. These headaches usually: Cause pain in the back of the head. Improve when lying down. Worsen when standing up. May start or worsen when coughing or straining. Rarely, start suddenly. When this happens, it is called a "thunderclap" headache. Other symptoms of spinal CSF leaks may …

2025年1月23日 · My husband has been dealing with symptoms of spinal CSF leak and all imaging is clear which is typical and often times they won’t show for 80% of people. He is on the waiting list but his symptoms are worse everyday.

2022年1月19日 · Typical signs and symptoms include: Pain. Transverse myelitis pain may begin suddenly in your lower back. Sharp pain may shoot down your legs or arms or around your chest or abdomen. Pain symptoms vary based on the part of …