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Mode of transmission:
Transmission of Meningitis
Some forms of bacterial meningitis are contagious and can
be spread through contact with:
Saliva
Nasal discharge
Feces
Respiratory and throat secretions (often spread through
kissing, coughing, or sharing drinking glasses, eating
utensils, or such personal items as toothbrushes, lipstick, or
cigarettes).