Meningococcal Bacteremia
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Meningococcal bacteremia is the presence of the meningococcus bacterium in the blood, an infection that can progress rapidly and become severe. It is part of what is known as meningococcal disease and requires urgent care.
Common symptoms: Sudden-onset high fever, intense malaise, muscle aches, and, in some cases, skin spots that do not fade when pressed.
When to seek care? Immediately if fever is accompanied by rapid deterioration of the overall condition or the appearance of skin spots.
Which specialist treats it? The infectious disease specialist and the internist take part in its evaluation and management. Because of how quickly it progresses, recognizing the signs and seeking professional care without delay is crucial.
Data on 56 doctors who treat meningococcal bacteremia
Which specialist treats meningococcal bacteremia?
Meningococcal bacteremia is evaluated by an internist, and an infectious disease specialist may be involved in specialized management of the infection. If you have a high fever with skin spots or neck stiffness, seek emergency care immediately. You can book these specialists for follow-up care.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in meningococcal bacteremia
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Eleazar Hernández Ruíz
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Daniel Aguirre Fernández
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Karin Ivette Campos Jimenez
Dr. Esmirna Arlette Pantoja Alcocer
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Verónica Carolina Solano Álvarez
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Valery Fabiola Lerma Torres
Frequently asked questions
What is meningococcal bacteremia?
Meningococcal bacteremia is the presence of the meningococcus bacterium in the blood, an infection that can progress rapidly and become severe. It is part of what is known as meningococcal disease and requires urgent care.
Which doctor treats meningococcal bacteremia?
Meningococcal bacteremia is evaluated by an internist, and an infectious disease specialist may be involved in specialized management of the infection. If you have a high fever with skin spots or neck stiffness, seek emergency care immediately. You can book these specialists for follow-up care.