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10th Edition of World Congress on Infectious Diseases

June 25-27, 2026 | Barcelona, Spain

June 25 -27, 2026 | Barcelona, Spain

Meningitis Infection

Meningitis Infection

Meningitis is an inflammation of the meninges, the protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord, often caused by infectious agents. The most common etiological agents are bacteria, viruses, fungi, and, less frequently, parasites. Bacterial meningitis, particularly caused by Neisseria meningitidis, Streptococcus pneumoniae, and Haemophilus influenzae, is associated with severe outcomes and requires urgent medical attention. Clinical presentation of meningitis includes symptoms such as sudden onset of fever, severe headache, neck stiffness, and photophobia. In bacterial meningitis, additional signs may include altered mental status, seizures, and a characteristic purpuric rash in the case of meningococcal infection. Viral meningitis tends to have a milder course, resembling flu-like symptoms. Diagnosis involves a lumbar puncture to analyze cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) for signs of inflammation, cell count, and pathogen detection. Blood cultures, imaging studies, and polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests aid in identifying the causative agent. Early diagnosis is critical for prompt initiation of appropriate treatment.

Committee Members
Speaker at Infectious Diseases Conferences - Ranjan Ramasamy

Ranjan Ramasamy

IDFISH Technology, United States
Speaker at Infectious Diseases Conferences - Saurabh Chattopadhyay

Saurabh Chattopadhyay

University of Kentucky College of Medicine, United States
Speaker at Infection Conferences - Yazdan Mirzanejad

Yazdan Mirzanejad

University of British Columbia, Canada
Infection 2026 Speakers
Speaker at Infection Conference - Michele Mishto

Michele Mishto

Francis Crick Institute, United Kingdom
Speaker at Infection Conferences - Seki Masafumi

Seki Masafumi

Saitama Medical University International Medical Center, Japan
Speaker at Infectious Diseases Conference - Chukwuemeka Iloegbu

Chukwuemeka Iloegbu

NYU/Emarin, United States
Speaker at Infection Conference - Stephanie Maltais

Stephanie Maltais

University of Montreal, Canada

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