Yes, meningitis has a cure in most cases and the treatment depends on the causative agent (virus, bacteria, fungus).
Bacterial meningitis is treated with antibiotics and the patient must be hospitalized. Treatment of viral meningitis includes rest, general relieve symptoms, and there may be a need for hospitalization, depending on the case.
However, fungal meningitis They do not always have a cure. and may require treatment for life. The therapy is made with antifungal medicines.
In the case of bacterial meningitis, antibiotic treatment should begin as soon as possible. The medicine is chosen according to the type of bacteria that is causing the infection. Identification of the invading microorganism is done by collecting blood from the spine and examining the blood.
In addition to antibiotics, treatment of bacterial meningitis also includes fluid replacement and constant patient care.
In general, antibiotics are given intravenously over a 7 to 14 days. Depending on the course of the disease and the causative agent, antibiotic therapy may be prolonged.
The use of corticoid can help prevent sequels in cases of bacterial meningitis caused by H. influenzae type b.
Already the viral meningitis does not require treatment with antibiotics since it is caused by viruses. Supportive treatment is usually used with rest and antipyretic drugs and analgesics to relieve the symptoms, and may or may not require hospitalization.
An exception is the herpetic meningitis, caused by the herpes virus, which is treated with the intravenous administration of acyclovir.
Recalling that early diagnosis and treatment are important factors in achieving a cure for meningitis with a satisfactory prognosis. Therefore, if meningitis is suspected, do not self-medicate and seek medical attention as soon as possible.
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