Neuro Infections Flashcards
1
Q
Describe meningitis
A
Inflammation of pia and arachnoid mater
2
Q
Most common pathogen causing meningitis in neonates
A
E Coli
3
Q
Most common pathogen causing meningitis in 2-5yr olds
A
Haemophilus influenzae
4
Q
Most common pathogen causing meningitis in 5-30yr olds
A
Neisseria meningitides
5
Q
Most common pathogen causing meningitis in older than 30yr olds
A
Streptococcus pneumonaie
6
Q
Most common pathogen causing meningitis chronically
A
Mycobacterium tuberculosis
7
Q
Describe encephalitis
A
Inflammation of the parenchyma of the brain
8
Q
Most common pathogen causing encephalitis
A
Herpes simplex
