Speedy diagnosis (By lumbar puncture) and treatment (with antibiotics) can prevent Brain damage and death. Viral meningitis usually has a short course and requires no therapy.

• 及早利用腰椎穿刺诊断及抗生素治疗,可避免对脑部的伤害和死亡。病毒性脑膜炎,病程短,通常可自愈。