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According to the State Department of Health (SES), 10 cases of meningitis were recorded in early February. The disease was detected in six cities of Paraiba: João Pessoa, Campina Grande, Alcantil, Alagoa Grande, Catole do Rocha and Sousa
. During the year 2018, 38 cases were confirmed.
– It is an inflammation of the meninges that can be caused by viruses, bacteria and rarely fungi.
Meningitis is a syndrome that can be caused by different infectious agents. Viruses are what's happening the most. It may be present in water and food – explains Ryanne Nunes, biomedical specialist,
In times of epidemic, it is important to exercise caution. According to nurse Jayza Soares, it is important to avoid crowded and closed places because the disease can be viral.
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– Symptoms may vary from one case to another, but stiff neck, headache, sudden high fever, mental confusion and, in some cases, even the appearance of spots on the body,
Meningitis is a serious disease, and suspect patients must always consult the medical service in hospitals since the first symptoms.
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