Meningitis information
After meningitis
Most people who get meningitis and septicaemia will make a full recovery, but sometimes there are after-effects and complications. These are more common after bacterial meningitis. We estimate that 15% of sufferers are left with serious disabilities and many more will experience short-term or less serious problems.
The after-effects of meningitis are usually caused by damage to areas of the brain. People can experience hearing loss, loss of sight, severe brain damage, epilepsy, memory loss, learning difficulties and behavioural problems. However, the length and severity of after-effects varies depending on the type of meningitis. Click on the After meningitis link on the left for more information.
Viral meningitis is rarely life-threatening, so many sufferers can feel that their illness is taken less seriously and the after-effects are not always acknowledged. However, headaches, tiredness, depression, memory loss and concentration problems may continue for some time and it is important not to push yourself too far too soon. Recovery from viral meningitis can be very slow but is usually complete.
We are here to help
Whatever the after-effect, for the person who has suffered it can be a life changing experience. We are committed to providing support for anyone who has experienced meningitis or meningococcal septicaemia, whenever it is needed, for as long as it is needed. See the How we help section of the website or download a copy of our booklet 'After meningitis'.
| Click on the 'After meningitis' cover to download |
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To request a copy direct from us please email info@meningitis-trust.org or phone 0800 028 18 28.
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