Meningitis - H. Influenzae
Alternate Names : H. Flu Meningitis, H. Influenzae Meningitis
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Haemophilus Influenza Organism
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This picture shows the organism Haemophilus influenza. Infections caused by Haemophilus influenza usually occur in children under 6 years old and are extremely serious. Haemophilus (type B) is responsible for meningitis, periorbital cellulitis, buccal cellulitis and epiglottitis, septic arthritis, osteomyelitis, pericarditis, and bacteremia. The small organisms live within cells (intracellular) as shown in this picture. (Courtesy of the Centers for Disease Control.)
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Influenza
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Influenza, also known as the flu, is caused by a virus.
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