Meningitis Research Foundation

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http://www.meningitis.org/blog/mrf-news-introducing-tina-stoodley-30253

My sincere condolences to Philip's family and friends. My son, Joe, died of the same horrid disease on June 23, 2000 at the age of 20 so I know, only too well, how devastating meningitis is and how the death of a child/grandchild affects and changes a family.

My step mother passed in what seemed like a blink of an eye from meningitis. I understand the feelings and desire to share your story to educate others. We thought it was one of those few day flu bugs... on the four day she began to throw up and then within 24 hrs she went into a coma and never regained conciousness. She left behind a loving ... Read Morehusband, two daughters, along with two step children(myself and my brother), 8 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.
*She was only 61* It is hard to believe she has been apart from my father and her family for over a year now. ( she passed 4/22/08) The hospital did not even know she had meningitus when she arrived by ambulance- they gave the code for stroke. It was not until the spinal tap was complete did they know what they are dealing with.
Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help you spread information or edcation on this subject.

We are sorry to hear your son had mycoplasma meningitis as a baby. Did he require extensive hospital treatment? Has he been left with any long term after effects?

Mycoplasma are a group of primitive (very simple) bacteria that can cause disease, often respiratory infections, in people. They rarely cause serious illness in healthy people, but ... Read Moresometimes these infections can develop into more severe illnesses, such as pneumonia or even meningitis. As your son was a very young baby when he got ill, his immune system would not have been fully developed, and this may have made him more susceptible to the bacteria.

We hope this helps to answer your question. If you have anymore questions just send us a message.

Thanks Ben. You can read Ben's story here http://www.meningitis.org/book-of-experience/ben-taylor-26395

Many people find speaking to another person who has a similar experience helpful. MRF runs a telephone befriending service where we can put you in touch with another person who has been there too. For more information
http://www.meningitis.org/helping-you/befriending

Thanks for posting Jeannette. It's true that meningitis can affect anyone at any age - although it is more common in young children & young adults. That's why it's so important to know the symptoms. You can find out more about who can be affected and the symptoms on our website http://www.meningitis.org/awareness-education

Hi Kelly Glad to hear your daughter managed to survive. If you'd like to tell your story in our book of experience just visit http://www.meningitis.org/book-of-experience/submit-your-story

If you'd like to do the same as Kelly and abseil down the Falkirk Wheel you can on 13th Sept more details at http://www.meningitis.org/helping-us/fundraising-events/falkirk-wheel-abseil-27378

Thanks Caitlin we're really pleased with it and thanks again to everyone who's contributed so far.

Hi Sue, if you want to talk to someone about Cieran give our 24 hour helpline a call on 080 8800 3344.

We also run a befriender scheme so that you can talk to someone else who's been through a similar experience to you. More info about the befriending scheme on our website http://www.meningitis.org/helping-you/befriending or from the helpline