What is the mechanism of transmission of meningococcal infection?

People spread meningococcal bacteria to other people by sharing respiratory and throat secretions (saliva or spit). Generally, it takes close (for example, coughing or kissing) or lengthy contact to spread these bacteria. Fortunately, they are not as contagious as germs that cause the common cold or the flu.

What are the 5 strains of meningococcal?

Australia has 5 common strains of meningococcal disease they are: Men A, Men B, Men C, Men W-135 and Y. They are all preventable through vaccination.

What are the two types of meningococcal?

There are 2 types of meningococcal vaccines available in the United States:

• Meningococcal conjugate or MenACWY vaccines (Menactra®, Menveo®, and MenQuadfi®)
• Serogroup B meningococcal or MenB vaccines (Bexsero®and Trumenba®)

What bacteria causes meningococcal infection?

Meningococcal disease is caused by bacteria called Neisseria meningitidis. It can lead to serious blood infections. When the linings of the brain and spinal cord become infected, it is called meningitis. The disease strikes quickly and can have serious complications, including death.

What 2 illnesses can meningococcal bacteria cause?

Meningococcal disease is a term used to describe two major illnesses – meningitis and septicaemia* (blood poisoning). These can occur on their own or more commonly, both together. It is a life-threatening infection caused by Neisseria meningitidis.

What is meningococcal sepsis?

Meningococcal septicemia (aka meningococcemia) Doctors call septicemia (a bloodstream infection) caused by Neisseria meningitidis meningococcal septicemia or meningococcemia. When someone has meningococcal septicemia, the bacteria enter the bloodstream and multiply, damaging the walls of the blood vessels.

Which vaccine is MCV4?

Meningococcal conjugate vaccine (MCV4) is the preferred vaccine for those aged 2 to 55. Meningococcal polysaccharide vaccine (MPSV4) may be used if MCV4 is not available; it is also licensed for people older than 55.

What is MCV4 booster?

MCV4 or meningococcal conjugate vaccine, is a two-dose booster shot. It helps protect against four types of the bacteria that cause meningococcal disease (serogroups A, C, W and Y). While most people who get the vaccine do not have any serious side effects it is always a possibility.

What are 3 symptoms of meningitis?

Symptoms

• Sudden high fever.
• Stiff neck.
• Severe headache that seems different from normal.
• Headache with nausea or vomiting.
• Confusion or difficulty concentrating.
• Seizures.
• Sleepiness or difficulty waking.
• Sensitivity to light.