Meningitis is an inflammation of the meninges, the protective covering that surrounds the brain and spinal cord. Most commonly caused by a viral infection, it may also result from infection with bacteria or fungus. Bacterial meningitis is usually more severe than viral meningitis and can lead to hearing loss, learning disabilities, and brain damage. If not treated promptly, it can be deadly. Meningitis, Third Edition contains the most current information on the causes, spread, treatment, and prevention of the disease, as well as illustrations and case studies. 

Chapters include:

• Meningitis: A Silent Disease
• Bacterial Meningitis
• Viral Meningitis 
• Other Types of Meningitis
• Epidemiology
• Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention.