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Mollaret meningitis
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Age of onset
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ICD-10
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Inheritance
Autosomal dominant A pathogenic variant in only one gene copy in each cell is sufficient to cause an autosomal dominant disease.
Autosomal recessive Pathogenic variants in both copies of each gene of the chromosome are needed to cause an autosomal recessive disease and observe the mutant phenotype.
X-linked
dominant X-linked dominant inheritance, sometimes referred to as X-linked dominance, is a mode of genetic inheritance by which a dominant gene is carried on the X chromosome.
dominant X-linked dominant inheritance, sometimes referred to as X-linked dominance, is a mode of genetic inheritance by which a dominant gene is carried on the X chromosome.
X-linked
recessive Pathogenic variants in both copies of a gene on the X chromosome cause an X-linked recessive disorder.
recessive Pathogenic variants in both copies of a gene on the X chromosome cause an X-linked recessive disorder.
Mitochondrial or multigenic Mitochondrial genetic disorders can be caused by changes (mutations) in either the mitochondrial DNA or nuclear DNA that lead to dysfunction of the mitochondria and inadequate production of energy.
Multigenic or multifactor Inheritance involving many factors, of which at least one is genetic but none is of overwhelming importance, as in the causation of a disease by multiple genetic and environmental factors.
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Other names (AKA)
Benign recurrent aseptic meningitis; Mollaret's meningitis; Benign recurrent lymphocytic meningitis;
Categories
Viral infections
Summary
Mollaret
The
Symptoms
Symptoms during an episode commonly include:[1][2][3]
- severe headache
- fever
- stiff neck
- nausea and vomiting
- sensitivity to light (photophobia) or sound
- feeling tired or unwell (malaise)
- muscle pain
Some people experience temporary neurological symptoms, such as:[1][2][3]
- double vision (diplopia)
- hallucinations
- an altered mental state
- cranial nerve palsy
seizures
Each recurrence of meningitis increases the risk for a person to develop permanent neurological problems or disability, which occur in about half of people with Mollaret meningitis. Various long-term symptoms have been reported, including:[1]
- cognitive impairment
- memory loss
- problems with balance and coordination
- hearing or vision problems
- ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
- speech problems
epilepsy
Organizations
Support and advocacy groups can help you connect with other patients and families, and they can provide valuable services. Many develop patient-centered information and are the driving force behind research for better treatments and possible cures. They can direct you to research, resources, and services. Many organizations also have experts who serve as medical advisors or provide lists of doctors/clinics. Visit the group’s website or contact them to learn about the services they offer. Inclusion on this list is not an endorsement by GARD.
Organizations Supporting this Disease
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Meningitis Foundation of America (MFA)
MFA National Headquarters
P.O. Box 1818
El Mirage, AZ 85335
Telephone: 480-270-2652
E-mail: https://www.musa.org/contact_us
Website: https://www.musa.org/ -
Meningitis Research Foundation
Newminster House
27-29 Baldwin Street
Bristol , BS1 1LT United Kingdom
Toll-free: 1800 41 33 44 (Republic of Ireland Helpline)
Telephone: 080 8800 3344 (UK Helpline)
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: https://www.meningitis.org/ -
Recurrent Meningitis Association
9323 N Government Way #329
Hayden, ID 83835
Telephone: +1 (208) 268-8280
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: https://recurrentmeningitis.org/
Learn more
These resources provide more information about this condition or associated symptoms. The in-depth resources contain medical and scientific language that may be hard to understand. You may want to review these resources with a medical professional.
Where to Start
- The Meningitis Foundation of America provides information on their Web site on Mollaret meningitis. Click on the link to view this information.
In-Depth Information
- Medscape Reference provides information on this topic. You may need to register to view the medical textbook, but registration is free.
- PubMed is a searchable database of medical literature and lists journal articles that discuss Mollaret meningitis. Click on the link to view a sample search on this topic.
References
- Information on Recurrent Viral Meningitis (Mollaret’s). Recurrent Meningitis Association. https://recurrentmeningitis.org/rvm-information/. Accessed 1/14/2019.
- Tunkel AR. Aseptic meningitis in adults. UpToDate. Waltham, MA: UpToDate; 2018; https://www.uptodate.com/contents/aseptic-meningitis-in-adults.
- Ramachandran TS. Aseptic Meningitis. Medscape Reference. July 17, 2018; https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1169489.
- Rosenberg J, Galen BT. Recurrent Meningitis. Curr Pain Headache Rep. July, 2017; 21(7):33. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28551737.
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