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Meningitis - tuberculous
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Tuberculous meningitis is an infection of the membranes covering the brain and spinal cord (meninges). See also:
Alternative Names
Tubercular meningitis; TB meningitis Causes, incidence, and risk factors Tuberculous meningitis is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the bacteria that cause tuberculosis. The bacteria spread to the brain from another site in the body. Risk factors include a history of:
Tuberculous meningitis is a very rare disorder in the U.S.
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