Neonatal Meningitis Common in neonates and infants because of poor immunity. COMMON ORGANISMS Neonates (upto 28 days): E.coli, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Pseudomonas 3 months to 3 years: Hemophilus influenzae, S. pneumoniae, N. meningitidis Beyond 3 years: S. pneumoniae, N. meningitis RISK FACTORS FOR NEONATAL MENINGITIS Low birth weight Prematurity Complicated labour Prolonged rupture of membranes Maternal …
