Diseases

Meningoccus

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A reniform or spherical bacterium, neisseria meningitidis, that causescerebrospinal meningitis.

SYMPTOMS

General poor feeling.
Sudden high fever.
Severe, persistent headache.
Neck stiffness.
Nausea or vomiting.
Discomfort in bright lights.
Drowsiness or difficulty awakening.
Joint pain.

CAUSES

Bacteria and viruses are the two main causes of meningitis. The bacteriumneisseria meningitidis, also called meningococcus, causes meningococcalmeningitis. In children and teens, meningococcus is the most common cause of bacterial meningitis. In adults, it is the second most common cause.