Meningitis Acute Lymphocytic

Acute lymphocytic meningitis (meningitis acuta lymphocytica) is an infectious disease that affects the meninges and causes inflammation. It is caused by a virus or bacteria that enters the body through the blood or cerebrospinal fluid.

Symptoms of acute lymphocytic meningitis may include fever, headache, nausea, vomiting, muscle weakness, loss of appetite and other signs of infection.

Acute lymphocytic meningitis is diagnosed by analyzing blood and cerebrospinal fluid. Treatment includes antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs and supportive care.

Acute lymphocytic meningitis is a serious illness that can lead to complications such as encephalitis or brain abscess. Therefore, it is important to seek medical help promptly and follow your doctor’s recommendations.



**Acute lymphocytic meningitis (ALM)** is an infectious and inflammatory disease of the brain and spinal cord caused by viruses of the Herpesviridae family. It can also be caused by pathogens such as the Epstein-Barr virus (human herpes virus type 4), cytomegalovirus (herpes viruses types 5, 6), adenovirus and retrovirus HTLV-I. This form of the disease has a relatively benign course and the likelihood of death is low.