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(R29.1) Meningismus
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1 149 997 in individuals diagnosis meningismus confirmed
3 361 deaths with diagnosis meningismus
Diagnosis meningismus is diagnosed Women are 18.13% more likely than Men
470 750
Men receive the diagnosis meningismus
1 357 (0.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis meningismus
2 004 (0.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease meningismus - Men and Women aged 15-19
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features meningismus
Absence or low individual and public risk
Meningismus - what does this mean
Meningismus is a neurological condition caused by inflammation of the meninges, the protective layers of tissue that surround the brain and spinal cord. it is characterized by symptoms such as headache, stiff neck, photophobia, and nausea. it can be caused by a variety of infectious and non-infectious agents, including bacterial and viral infections, trauma, and tumors.
What happens during the disease - meningismus
Meningismus is a condition characterized by the presence of meningeal signs, such as neck stiffness, kernig's sign, and brudzinski's sign. it is caused by inflammation of the meninges, which can be due to bacterial or viral infections, increased intracranial pressure, trauma, or other causes. the inflammation leads to swelling of the meninges, which in turn causes the physical signs associated with meningismus.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Brain imaging tests such as a CT scan or MRI
- Lumbar puncture to measure the pressure in the brain and spinal cord
- Blood tests to check for infection
- Neurological exam to check reflexes, muscle strength, and coordination
- EEG to measure electrical activity in the brain
- Cerebrospinal fluid analysis to check for infection or inflammation
- Blood tests to check for inflammation
- Neuropsychological tests to assess cognitive function
- Electromyography to measure electrical activity in muscles
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce inflammation of the meninges and alleviate symptoms.
- Administering antibiotics to treat any underlying infection
- Prescribing corticosteroids to reduce inflammation
- Prescribing analgesics to reduce pain
- Prescribing anticonvulsants to reduce seizures
- Prescribing anti-inflammatory medications to reduce inflammation
- Providing physical therapy to strengthen the neck muscles
- Providing cognitive behavioral therapy to reduce stress
- Providing nutritional counseling to improve overall health
18 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Meningismus - Prevention
Meningismus is best prevented by practicing good hygiene, such as regularly washing hands, avoiding contact with people who are ill, and avoiding contact with animals that may carry diseases. vaccines are also available to help prevent some forms of meningitis, so it is important to stay up to date with recommended immunization schedules.