Meningococcal Disease

Meningococcal Disease

An Overview

Meningococcal disease is caused by the Neisseria meningitides bacteria, also known as meningococcus. The bacteria spread through respiratory and throat secretions. Infections can have deadly complications, including infections of the lining of the brain and spinal cord (meningitis), infections in the bloodstream (septicemia or bacteremia) or clotting of blood vessels (disseminated intravascular coagulation). Getting immediate medical attention is very important when infected.

Risk Factors

Children aged 2 to 10 years
Teens and young adults
Immunosuppressed

Signs & Symptoms

The following are the symptoms to watch for in order to detect the disease early:
High fever
Severe headache
Stiff neck
Vomiting or nausea with headache
Confusion or difficulty concentrating - in infants, this may appear as an inability to maintain eye contact
Seizures
Sleepiness or difficulty waking up
Sensitivity to light
Lack of interest in drinking and eating
Skin rash in some cases, such as in viral or meningococcal meningitis

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Genetic screening can indicate whether an individual has a predisposition, or is at an increased likelihood, of having an inherited disease or disorder. However, it cannot indicate if the individual will show symptoms, how severe the symptoms will be, or whether the disease or disorder will progress over time.

A negative test result does not mean that an individual will not get an inherited disease or disorder because Qodify Genetic Screening tests are designed to detect only highly significant genetic markers which have been documented during medical research. Environmental and lifestyle factors also play a role in the development of inherited diseases, disorders, and even traits. In addition, the Qodify carrier test results are not intended to inform an individual of any risks for developing a disease, the health of the unborn child, or the child’s risk of developing the disease.

The results generated from Qodify genetic screening tests, which includes all additional health related information, is meant for informational purposes only and not an indicator of an individual’s current or future health status, nor a diagnosis for any disease, disorder, condition or other health issues. The information provided in the test results should be confirmed with a doctor or a healthcare professional in a clinical setting before any further action is to be taken – including the treatment, and type and quantity of prescription medicines to be taken (even if indicated in the drug response test results).

Healthpro Marketing Sdn Bhd does not guarantee or warrant the recommendation, diagnosis, therapy, treatment, medication, device, action or strategy of any individuals with relation to our genetic screening test results or any part of our website content. The recommendation given in the test results is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for, nor does it replace any professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It is advisable not to avoid, disregard or delay seeking and obtaining medical advice from qualified healthcare providers due to information which may have been obtained from any Qodify genetic screening test results.

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Genetic screening can indicate whether an individual has a predisposition, or is at an increased likelihood, of having an inherited disease or disorder. However, it cannot indicate if the individual will show symptoms, how severe the symptoms will be, or whether the disease or disorder will progress over time.

A negative test result does not mean that an individual will not get an inherited disease or disorder because Qodify Genetic Screening tests are designed to detect only highly significant genetic markers which have been documented during medical research. Environmental and lifestyle factors also play a role in the development of inherited diseases, disorders, and even traits. In addition, the Qodify carrier test results are not intended to inform an individual of any risks for developing a disease, the health of the unborn child, or the child’s risk of developing the disease.

The results generated from Qodify genetic screening tests, which includes all additional health related information, is meant for informational purposes only and not an indicator of an individual’s current or future health status, nor a diagnosis for any disease, disorder, condition or other health issues. The information provided in the test results should be confirmed with a doctor or a healthcare professional in a clinical setting before any further action is to be taken – including the treatment, and type and quantity of prescription medicines to be taken (even if indicated in the drug response test results).

Healthpro Marketing Sdn Bhd does not guarantee or warrant the recommendation, diagnosis, therapy, treatment, medication, device, action or strategy of any individuals with relation to our genetic screening test results or any part of our website content. The recommendation given in the test results is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for, nor does it replace any professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It is advisable not to avoid, disregard or delay seeking and obtaining medical advice from qualified healthcare providers due to information which may have been obtained from any Qodify genetic screening test results.

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