MICROCOCCUS MENINGITIDIS 



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the spinal column and interior of the brain. The dis- 

 ease has a high mortality. It affects chiefly the young. 

 Its results or sequela? consist iivbliiicmess, deafness, 

 and paralyses of various kinds. /.MentpiitV ;nmy,:be 

 affected. 



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FIG. 29. Meningococcus in spinal fluid. (Hiss and Zinsser.) 



In taking care of meningitis patients the chief 

 concern is with discharges from the nose and mouth. 

 These cavities should be cleansed with a mild anti- 

 septic, say boric acid, and the cotton or what not used 

 should be burned or soaked in carbolic acid solution. 

 The nose and throat of those in attendance should be 



