Four Ways to Avoid Brain Inflammation of the membrane

Meningitis is a disease in medical terms that cannot be underestimated. Infectious disease caused by a virus or bacteria that attacks the lining around the brain and spinal cord is a very serious risk if not quickly treated. The risks include disability, paralysis, mental disorders, and death.

Compared with meningitis caused by viruses (viral meningitis and tuberculosis meningitis), bacterial meningitis (bacterial meningitis) can indeed be said to be rare.

"Viral Meningitis and Tuberculosis usually affects infants and children, while bacterial meningitis often affects adults who have immune systems are weak," said Nerve Child Specialist, Irawan Mangunatmadja, from RSCM when contacted by VIVAlife.

To avoid this disease, you can do several ways.

1. Vaccination.

Many people are not aware of the importance of vaccination, which is a primary protection to prevent infectious diseases. Meningitis is a contagious disease caused by viruses and bacteria can be prevented by vaccinating one regularly. The vaccine would work two weeks after the injection because antibodies will be formed during the two weeks after the vaccine included. The vaccine will then be active for three years.

2. Increase endurance.

Dr. Irawan also suggest the importance of maintaining and improving the immune system or immune system by eating nutritious foods, exercise diligently and eat on time. Besides fatigue was one factor contributing to decreased immune system so you are also advised to have adequate rest periods each day.

3. Take care of hygiene.

Viruses and bacteria can certainly get into the body and attacks the organs they are not keeping well. For that, make sure you always wash your hands with soap after touching items that contain a lot of bacteria and germs such as mobile phones, money, and other items, especially the common and frequently touched by many people. In addition, you can also provide hand sanitizer in your bag wherever you go.

4. Avoid direct contact with patients.

The possibility of transmission of this disease includes coughing, sneezing, kissing, and other contacts. For that, make sure you avoid direct contact with sufferers of meningitis or meningitis and avoid using common items such as toothbrushes wear together, sharing food with a spoon, and so on.

Handling
For the handling of meningitis patients themselves, Irawan said the first thing to do is identify the type of meningitis that affects, whether viral meningitis, tuberculosis, or bacterial from the symptoms experienced as well as the sampling fluid from the back. After it was handled and treated in accordance with the bacteria or virus that causes the disease.

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