Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
What can they mean by brain/severe brain damage that can be caused by bacterial meningitis?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Bacterial meningitis: Meningitis can cause damage to the brain by causing an increase in intracranial pressure (compresses the brain) or by other factors. In severe cases or if untreated in a timely fashion, it can result is a number of complications. When the complications are irreversible and the resultant impairment significant, it is considered serious. In severe cases paralysis or death can ensue.
Answered 4/16/2013
5.2k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
Sinus issues caused bacterial meningitis 4 years ago, recovered. Safe to fly? Or does flying make me susceptible to sinus issues or meningitis again?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I have a tender spot on head 9 months post bacterial meningitis.does this mean anything?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
The mts-bacterial meningitis in infants is usually caused by what?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Can bacterial meningitis cause long term problems such as pain in the lower back and does it affect your mental health?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
What does it mean when a case of bacterial meningitis is reported? Do other people in the community face any special risks?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
People also searched for:
What is the first part of the brain affected by bacterial meningitis caused by ear infection?
Can a CBC and MRI of brain without contrast be normal if bacterial meningitis is present?
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?
Can bacterial meningitis cause an irregular heartbeat? What does this mean especially if the pt. Has no history of this?
What bacteria cause meningitis without causing neck stiffness in neonates ?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
