7. Patients with bacterial meningitis who need to be treated
Most people notice a rise in temperature during the early stages of infection. A fever is the body’s normal reaction to fight off pathogens. The symptoms of bacterial meningitis are more severe than those of viral meningitis.
The patient may experience temperatures as high as 101F if they have bacterial meningitis. The specialist may allow a fever to run until the temperature reaches 100F. Doctors do so because the fever can help clear the disease. If the temperature of the patient exceeds 101F, this could cause seizures and a growing mind. The specialist will intervene before the temperature reaches this level.The patient may experience chills as the heat inside the body increases. The body takes some time to reach the new temperature set point after the cerebrum signals an increase in heat. The patient may feel cool sensations, which can make them feel cold.
