Meningitis
Meningitis is an uncommon disease that can be due to viruses or bacteria. When the virus is the cause, you usually recover completely after a few weeks without any treatment. However, meningitis caused by bacteria is a serious disease that needs prompt hospital care.
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Epidemic meningitis is a bacterial disease. It is found throughout the world, but is most common in western and central sub-Saharan Africa. The disease is unusual but life-threatening and can also cause lasting problems. You can vaccinate yourself against epidemic meningitis.
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