meningococcal disease information

Meningococcal disease is an illness caused by bacteria called Neisseria meningitidis SYMPTOMS: The symptoms depend on the site of infection. Meningococcus can cause: Flu-like syndrome with congestion Sore throat Malaise Body aches Fever It may also invade the blood stream and cause: Shock Coma Meningococcal meningitis will start with a fever and a stiff neck [...]