In addition to bacterial infection, what are the other causes/types of meningitis?

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Q: Describe a method of transmission for each type of meningitis.

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Q: Describe meningitis and the causes

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Q: Compare the pathogenesis of gram-negative (bacterial) meningitis in children and adults.

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Q: How does Neisseria gonorrhoeae affect the body?

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Q: What treatment could be prescribed for individuals suffering from a norovirus infection?

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Q: The Alaska Department of Public Health was notified that foodborne illness had occurred in fishermen…

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Wound infections

A wound is damaged or breaks in the surface of the skin. The wound is divided into two types, they are acute wound that includes minor cuts, laceration, bites, etc, and chronic wounds that can become slow to heal including ulcers on the legs and feet. Redness, pain, and swelling are signs of a wound.