Question

What is the scientific name for MENINGITIS ?

Answer 1

Meningococcal meningitis is caused by the bacteria Neisseria meningitidis (also known as meningococcus). Meningococcus is the most common cause of bacterial meningitis in children and teens. It is a leading cause of bacterial meningitis in adults. The infection occurs more often in winter or spring

Answer 2

Meningitis is the inflamation of brain or spinal cord membranes, and is usually due to a viral infection, though bacterial and fungal infections can cause meningitis as well.