Meningitis; cryptococcal

Alternative names:

cryptococcal meningitis

Treatment:

Antifungal medications are used to treat this form of meningitis. Intravenous therapy with amphotericin B is the most common treatment. Intrathecal (injection into the spinal cord) medication is sometimes given to people who do not respond to intravenous therapy.

Expectations (prognosis):

Maintenance therapy must be given to people with AIDS to prevent relapse.

Complications:

Obstructive hydrocephalus is a complication.

Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provider if you notice symptoms of meningitis!