Meningococcemia

Meningococci are a type of bacteria that cause serious infections. The most common infection is meningitis, which is an inflammation of the thin tissue that surrounds the brain and spinal cord. Meningococci can also cause other problems, including a serious bloodstream infection called sepsis.Meningococcal infections can spread from person to person. Risk factors includeAge - it is more common in infants, teens, and young adultsLiving in close quarters, such as in college dorms or military settingsCertain medical conditions, such as not having a spleenTravel to areas where meningococcal disease is commonIn its early stages, you may have flu-like symptoms and a stiff neck. But the disease can progress quickly and can be fatal. Early diagnosis and treatment are extremely important. Lab tests on your blood and cerebrospinal fluid can tell if you have it. Treatment is with antibiotics. Since the infection spreads from person to person, family members may also need to be treated.A vaccine can prevent meningococcal infections.

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meningococcal infections

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Vishnu Meena

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HEAVY ALCOHOLIC F/u/c/o ALD-CLD-ASCITES JAUNDICE PRESENTED WITH HEMORRHAGIC BULLAE AND AND BLISTERS IN ALL FOUR LIMBS......See More

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Dr. P.kishore Kumar

Dermatology

DRUG INDUCED VASCULITIS...

55 years woman with idiopathic nonischemic heart failure presented with a rapidly progressive generalized bullous erupt...See More

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Dr. P.kishore Kumar

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It's case of DRUG -INDUCED VASCULITIS.. Hydralazine is a known cause of ANCA-positive drug-induced vasculitis (DIV) that typically presents with pulmonary, renal, or skin involvement. Other known drugs that can cause vasculitis are propylth...

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