What Is Meningitis?
Our brain and spinal cords are protected by a membrane known as the meninges. Although the membrane has evolved to keep the organs safe, it can sometimes develop problems of its own. For example, certain diseases and other conditions will sometimes cause the membrane to become inflamed.
Inflammation of the meninges is a condition that is known as meningitis. There are numerous potential underlying causes of the condition, and the severity of symptoms can range from being quite mild, to downright deadly. Meningitis can be treated in most cases but it will still sometimes be extremely dangerous for the patient.
