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My gf told me she has bacterial meningitis.in result she says she has learning disabilities and has a mind of a kid in a teen body.i want to know more?
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Meningitis: Your girl friend may have had bacterial meningitis, she definitely does not have it at present. Depending on what organism caused her meningitis. One can learn the possible degree of brain damage was caused.
Answered 3/6/2014
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