| Alternative Names:
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| Tubercular meningitis, TB meningitis
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| Treatment:
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| Treatment involves use of antitubercular drugs as for pulmonary tuberculosis. Systemic steroids may also be used.
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| Expectations (prognosis):
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| Tuberculous meningitis is fatal if untreated. Long-term follow up is necessary to detect recurrences. |
| Complications:
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| Residual brain damage may cause motor paralysis, convulsions, mental impairment, and abnormal behavior.
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| Calling your health care provider:
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Go to the emergency room or call the local emergency number (such as 911) if you suspect you or your child may have any form of meningitis. This condition can rapidly cause disability or death.
Call your health care provider if symptoms worsen or do not improve with treatment, or if new symptoms develop.
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