Meningitis
Meningitis is a serious infection caused by the inflammation of membranes around the spinal cord and the brain. If left untreated, meningitis can be deadly. If you believe you or your loved one has suffered from unnecessarily worsened health due to the failure of a doctor to diagnose or treat meningitis, it is important to know that you may be able to pursue financial compensation for damages.
The Pennsylvania medical practice attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., can help you understand your legal rights. Contact us today at 610-667-7511 to speak with a skilled and experienced lawyer about the potential merits of legal action in your case.
Kinds of Meningitis
Meningitis can have a variety of adverse health effects upon those who contract this serious illness. While a person may be able to recover from a bout with meningitis, this is not always the case. Children and others who have not been vaccinated against meningitis are at particular risk. The severity of the illness typically depends upon which form of meningitis a patient suffers from. These are:
- Viral
- Bacterial
With viral meningitis, treatment typically involves the mitigation of symptoms and depends upon the body’s immune system to eradicate the virus. Bacterial meningitis requires strong antibiotics.
Diagnosing Meningitis
It is important to see a doctor if you ever experience the symptoms of meningitis. Common symptoms include:
- Long headaches
- Fever
- Difficulty turning neck
- Light sensitivity
- Loss in appetite
- Seizures
- Rashes
If someone is experiencing these symptoms, a doctor should attempt to identify the source of these issues immediately. There are several tests to find whether these symptoms were caused by meningitis.
Misdiagnosing Meningitis
In the event the illness is meningitis, it will be essential that the infection is treated immediately. Delayed treatment can result in a life-threatening situation. A responsible doctor should recognize and treat the symptoms in a timely fashion to avoid the unnecessary complication of a patient’s health.
Contact Us
If you believe you or your loved one has been the victim of medical malpractice, it is important to speak with an attorney as soon as possible. The Pennsylvania medical practice attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., work hard on behalf of their clients in seeking the compensation that they deserve. Contact us today at 610-667-7511 for a free consultation.