Strep meningitis is a bacterial infection of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord. The bacteria can enter the body through open sores on the skin or through the nose or mouth. The incubation period for the disease is generally up to 3 weeks.

1. Symptoms of strep meningitis

The symptoms of strep meningitis are generally categorized as either mild or severe. Mild symptoms can be treated at home, while severe symptoms are often treated in the hospital.