IMMUNOLOGY

OVERVIEW OF THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

VIROLOGY AND IMMUNITY

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Pathogen = non-polio enterovirus (RNA); high fever, stiff neck, vomiting, seizures, inflammation of the lining of the brain; contact with an infected person; No vaccine.
A
Viral meningitis
B
Ebola
C
HPV
D
Mononucleosis
E
Rabies
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Coxsackie or Echovirus groups of enteroviruses are the most common cause of viral meningitis. Most infections produce no symptoms, or mild symptoms such as sore throats, colds and flu-like illnesses.

Detailed explanation-2: -What is meningococcal disease? Meningococcal disease is a rare, serious illness caused by a bacteria (Neisseria meningitidis). It can cause meningitis, which is an infection of the brain and spinal cord, and it can also cause blood infections. Up to one out of seven (10-14 percent) of those who get the disease die.

Detailed explanation-3: -Viral meningitis is inflammation of the layers of tissue that cover the brain and spinal cord (meninges) and of the fluid-filled space between the meninges (subarachnoid space) when it is caused by viruses.

Detailed explanation-4: -Bacterial Meningitis. Meningitis caused by bacteria can be deadly and requires immediate medical attention. Viral Meningitis. Fungal Meningitis. Parasitic Meningitis. Amebic Meningitis. Non-Infectious Meningitis.

Detailed explanation-5: -Streptococcus pneumoniae. Group B Streptococcus. Neisseria meningitidis. Haemophilus influenzae. Listeria monocytogenes. Escherichia coli. 15-Jul-2021

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