Infective Disorders Flashcards
1
Q
What is an infection of the spinal cord known as?
A
myelitis
2
Q
What types of infections can cause encephalitis and meningitis?
A
viral
bacterial
fungal
3
Q
What are some hallmarks of encephalitis and meningitis?
A
fever
headache
altered mental state
4
Q
What diagnostic tests can be performed?
A
lumbar puncture, CT/MRI, EEG, blood test
5
Q
Common treatments?
A
antibiotics, antivirals, fluids, steroids,
6
Q
What might be found on the diagnostics tests?
A
elevated WBC, tumour, swelling
7
Q
What are some long term effects of meningitis?
A
hearing loss, epilepsy, memory/concentration, vision loss, learning difficulties/behavioural problems, loss of limbs, kidney problem, bone and joint problems
