The inflammatory process in the soft membranes of the brain in medicine is called serous meningitis. The disease is of a viral nature. The consequences of serous meningitis largely depend on the type of pathogen that caused the disease, as well as on timely measures.
Causes
The causative agents of the disease are polio, Coxsackie, ECHO and mumps. When they enter the human body, they easily penetrate the protective barriers of the brain. The transmission methods are very diverse: through dirty hands, airborne droplets, genital, when using general hygiene items, during childbirth from mother to child. Decreased immunity or insufficient blood supply in the brain increases the likelihood of bacteria entering the meninges. It should be noted that the consequences of serous meningitis are distinguished by the rare presence of severe complications. The probability of occurrence of the disease in people with reduced immunity, HIV-infected, in the presence of cerebral arteriosclerosis and other pathologies of the circulatory system.
Symptoms
To minimize the negative consequences after meningitis, it is necessary to recognize the signs of the disease in a timely manner. As a rule, the incubation period lasts from a week to 13 days. At this time, a person feels weakness, lethargy. In some cases, inflammation of the airways is possible. At the same time, a fairly high temperature rises (up to 40 degrees), suddenly, regardless of food intake, vomiting begins. Perhaps even some confusion. Gradually, the patient becomes irritable, he develops photophobia, and the usual touch causes quite unpleasant sensations. Over time, convulsions appear. In order for the consequences of serous meningitis not to cause serious complications, it is necessary to seek medical help as soon as possible. Another important symptom is a severe, bursting headache. After taking painkillers, it may disappear briefly. As a rule, pain is localized in the forehead and temples. With meningitis caused by meningococcus, a rash usually appears in the form of red spots of different sizes. Quite often, people suffering from this disease become inadequate. They cease to navigate, do not recognize loved ones, begin to see hallucinations, and show aggression.
Meningitis of the brain. Effects
Most often, the disease goes away without causing complications. However, there are frequent cases when, after a person's recovery, headaches (associated with changing weather or overwork) are constantly worried. He becomes forgetful and inattentive. In some cases, after a disease, deafness, strabismus, stuttering and decreased mental ability remain. In general, the consequences of serous meningitis are distinguished by the benign recovery process. As complications, neuralgia and meningoencephalitis can be noted.