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Can i prevent meningitis by adopting better hygiene?
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Yes, partly: “meningitis” is a general term for inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and can be caused by 100s of different bacteria, viruses, fungi, & protozoa. The risk of some of these can be reduced through better hygiene, especially hand hygiene. If your doctor has recommended one of the several meningitis vaccines (pneumococcal, haemophilus, meningococcal) i would recommend getting the v.
Answered 3/11/2016
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No: Meningitis is something that can come from spinal fluid leak after a head injury or surgery. It can follow some viral illnesses but usually comes from bacteria that aren't altered by hygiene. College students and military recruits in barracks can get a vaccine to decrease their risk.
Answered 4/23/2016
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