Viral meningitis occurs more commonly than bacterial meningitis. Bacterial meningitis occurs sporadically throughout the year, although outbreaks tend to occur in late winter and early spring. A and B or Streptococcus pneumoniae. Because bacterial meningitis can cause severe illness and death, early diagnosis and treatment is crucial. A flat red rash may begin on the arms and legs.
Meningococcal disease can progress rapidly.
With early diagnosis and treatment with antibiotics the chances of full recovery are increased. The use of antibiotic medication is recommended for individuals with documented significant exposure ton an infect ed individual. The Student Health and Wellness Center at Johns Hopkins University offers Menomune , a commercially available meningococcal vaccine, to students who choose to receive this immunization. Menomune is an injectable vaccine that is used to prevent bacterial meningitis. The Menomune vaccine is formulated to provide immunity ton meningitis caused by Neisseria meningitidis groups A, C, Y, and W-135.