Viral meningitis caused by enteroviruses, as the name implies. It is very contagious, the disease spreads easily through the secretions of the nose and mouth. Three to seven days of incubation of the virus, ranging from infection to onset of symptoms. Once infected with the virus causes meningitis, infectious people can spread the virus for several days, until about 10 days after first developing symptoms. Young children who have not yet learned good hygiene habits are especially vulnerable as carriers of viral meningitis. School age are also prime candidates, as well as closely linked with their colleagues for a long vrijeme.Jednostavan unguarded sneeze or cough can send viruses into the air for another contract.
Meningitis caused by bacteria, and is not contagious so easily. What makes bacterial meningitis is contagious, then? The intimate contact such as kissing, it is necessary to spread the disease. It is also possible to infect others by sharing utensils, drinking from the same glass or bottle, and by touching contaminated areas of the respiratory secretions of infected persons. It can not be transmitted through breathing the same air as an infected person or someone just passing through.
In order to limit the number of cases of meningitis are contagious to others, vaccines are developed and recommended for the protection of individuals against the bacteria causing the disease. It is important to note, however, that a vaccine does not prevent all forms of meningitis. Vaccines are available for meningococcal meningitis, meningitis caused by Streptococcus and meningitis caused by the flu. There is no vaccine for viral meningitis, however, most cases are mild and easily overcome. Prevention is the best for their injuries by practicing good hygiene to wash your hands.
