Symptoms & treatment

Meningococcal meningitis: when symptoms strike

At first, meningococcal meningitis can be hard to diagnose. This is because, at first, it can resemble other infections, such as the flu or a cold. Explore this section to find out more about the symptoms of meningococcal meningitis and the impact they can have. You can also learn about possible treatment and what to do if you think you’ve been exposed.

Please see your health care provider immediately if you have any concerns that you or your loved one may have meningococcal meningitis or any kind of meningococcal disease.

Infants

Children, teenagers, & adults

Treatment

Consequences

Exposed?

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