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What is meningococcal meningitis and how serious is it?
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Meningococcal meningitis is a form of meningococcal disease and is often called meningitis. It's caused by bacteria that can live in the nose and throat.
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Several different types of meningococcal bacteria can lead to meningococcal disease.
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The 5 leading types of meningococcal bacteria —A, B, C, W, and Y*— cause nearly all cases†
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*Based on data in the CDC enhanced meningococcal surveillance reports from 2017 to 2023 for 16- to 23-year-olds. The number of cases for each serogroup were as follows: MenA=0; MenB=131; MenC=20; MenW=5; MenY=14; other/unknown=35; and non-groupable=67.
†Among cases with an identified serogroup observed from 2017 to 2023.
CDC=Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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How serious is meningitis?
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Symptoms to watch out for:
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Meningitis is uncommon but can go from flu-like to fatal in just 24 hours. More than 1 in 10 cases result in death, even with treatment.
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Fever and chills
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Stiff neck or headache
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Nausea and vomiting
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Sensitivity to light
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Generalized muscle aches
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Confusion
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Additional long-term consequences can include loss of limbs, hearing loss, and brain damage (including learning disabilities).
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Learn more about meningococcal meningitis:
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Get reminders to stay up to date with meningitis vaccinations.
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Even if your teen has already received a meningitis vaccine, they may not be fully protected. Starting at age 16, additional doses may be recommended to complete vaccination against all 5 leading types of meningococcal meningitis—A, B, C, W, and Y.
Sign up with YourNextDose Reminder Program to keep track of your teen's meningitis vaccine schedule.
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