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For a definitive diagnosis of meningitis, you'll need a _____ to collect cerebrospinal fluid
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Having a stiff neck, sensitivity to light, and a headaches are _____.
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7
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Hearing loss, brain damage, and seizures are examples of _______.
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Most cases of meningitis in the U.S. are caused by a ______ infection.
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Cerebrospinal fluid is a colorless, transparent liquid that continuously ____ through the cavities of the brain and spinal cord
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An inflammation of the membranes (meninges) surrounding your brain and spinal cord
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Blood samples are placed in a special dish to see if it grows microorganisms, particularly bacteria
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The ____is a delicate organ, to protect it the blood-brain barrier is used to limit the diffusion of substances from the bloodstream into brain tissue.
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The ____ are three connective tissue coverings that encircle the spinal cord and brain.
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Skipping vaccinations, age and pregnancy are ______.
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