Meningitis

Meningitis is a group of acute inflammatory diseases of the meninges caused by various infections. The two more common types are: Viral meningitis Bacterial meningitis: This includes purulent meningitis, tuberculous meningitis, and cryptococcal meningitis. This disease is more common in infants and children. Key symptoms include fever, headache, nausea, vomiting, and neck stiffness.