brain, spinal cord, and nerve disorders
Subacute and Chronic Meningitis
Prognosis for Subacute and Chronic Meningitis
The prognosis for people with subacute or chronic meningitis depends on What is the cause is In many cases, how strong the person's immune system is Syphilis and Lyme disease usually resolve after treatment. Meningitis due to fungal or parasitic infections is harder to treat and more likely to recur, especially in people with HIV infection. If meningitis is due to leukemia, lymphoma, or cancer, the prognosis is often poor. In such cases, meningitis can be fatal. 