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Is a baby able to get bacterial meningitis?
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Yes: Although it is thankfully rare, it can be life threatening. Generally a baby with meningitis will be extremely ill. Obviously, if you ever have such a concern, have your baby evaluated immediately.
Answered 5/25/2014
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Very vulnerable: A baby is extremely vulnerable to infections leading to meningitis due to their immune system being very immature.
Answered 4/15/2014
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