DEFINITION OF MENINGITIS

Meningitis is an inflammation (swelling) of the protective membranes

covering the brain and spinal cord. The inflammation may be caused by
infection with viruses, bacteria, or other microorganisms.

Meningitis is a clinical syndrome characterized by inflammation of the

meninges, the 3 layers of membranes that enclose the brain and spinal
cord. These layers consist of the following:
 Dura - A tough outer membrane
 Arachnoid - A lacy, web like middle membrane layer
 Subarachnoid space - A delicate, fibrous inner layer that contains
many of the blood vessels that feed the brain and spinal cord
 

REFERENCES :

https://www.healthline.com/health/meningitis