Meningitis
Also called Brain lining infection
NeurologyInfectious DiseaseEmergency MedicineImportant
Acute inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord, usually caused by bacterial or viral infection.
Korean
뇌수막염(뇌막 염증)
뇌와 척수를 감싸는 뇌수막의 급성 염증; 주로 세균 또는 바이러스 감염에 의해 발생하며 두통·경부 강직·발열·광과민증으로 나타남.
French
Méningite
Inflammation aiguë des méninges recouvrant le cerveau et la moelle épinière, généralement causée par une infection bactérienne ou virale.
Word parts
mening/oRoot(Greek) Meninges-itisSuffix(Greek) Inflammation