Meningococcal septicarmia

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Last updated 1:31 PM on 6/7/26
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What is it?

when meningococcal bacteria enter the bloodstream and rapidly multiply uncontrollably.

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Clinical features

fever, headaches, light sensitivity, neck stiffness, joint pains, aching muscles, drowsiness, difficult walking, pinpoint rash and bruising

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Management

Rash present? → ceftriaxone and IV fluids

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Other factors

Reassess for deterioration, evidence of rashes, signs of shock