How Do You Spell INTERNAL MENINGITIS?

Pronunciation: [ɪntˈɜːnə͡l mˌɛnɪnd͡ʒˈa͡ɪtɪs] (IPA)

Internal meningitis is a condition that affects the protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord. The word meningitis consists of four syllables and is pronounced as /məˈnɪndʒɪtɪs/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable 'me-' is pronounced as /mə/ while the second syllable '-nin-' is pronounced as /ˈnɪn/ with stress on it. The third syllable '-gi-' is pronounced as /dʒɪ/ and the final syllable '-tis' is pronounced as /tɪs/. It is important to spell and pronounce medical terms correctly to avoid confusion and ensure effective communication between healthcare professionals and patients.

INTERNAL MENINGITIS Meaning and Definition

1. Internal meningitis refers to the inflammation of the meninges, which are the protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord, as a result of an internal infection. Meningitis can be caused by various pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, or even non-infectious factors such as certain medications, autoimmune diseases, or tumors. When this inflammation occurs within the central nervous system, it is termed internal meningitis.

   This condition is typically characterized by symptoms such as severe headaches, stiff neck, high fever, sensitivity to light, nausea, vomiting, and altered mental status. The severity of internal meningitis can vary from mild to life-threatening, depending on the underlying cause and promptness of treatment. Bacterial meningitis, in particular, is considered a medical emergency due to its potential to rapidly progress and cause serious complications, like brain damage, hearing loss, or even death.

   Diagnosis of internal meningitis often involves a thorough physical examination, collection of cerebrospinal fluid through a lumbar puncture, and laboratory testing to determine the type of pathogen causing the infection. Treatment for internal meningitis usually involves hospitalization, administration of appropriate antibiotics, antiviral or antifungal medications, intravenous fluids, and sometimes corticosteroids to reduce inflammation.

   Prevention of internal meningitis can be achieved through vaccination against certain bacteria and viruses known to cause meningitis, maintaining good hygiene practices, and promptly treating any underlying infections that could potentially progress to meningitis.

2. Pachymeningitis interna.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

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Etymology of INTERNAL MENINGITIS

The etymology of the term "internal meningitis" can be broken down as follows:

1. Internal: The word "internal" derives from the Latin word "internus", meaning "interior" or "inner". It refers to something situated or occurring on the inside, within an organism or object.

2. Meningitis: The term "meningitis" stems from the Greek words "meninx" (meaning "membrane") and "-itis" (denoting inflammation). The meninges are the three protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord. So, meningitis is an inflammation of these membranes.