"How is Cryptococcal Meningitis Treated?"

Cryptococcal Meningitis

Cryptococcal meningitis is a fungal disease of the central nervous system caused by Cryptococcus neoformans infection, which is a relatively common intracranial infectious disease clinically. Patients often present with symptoms such as headache and vomiting, and are prone to complications such as visual impairment. Here are the treatment options:

1. General Treatment

For patients with mild symptoms, antifungal treatment with Fluconazole Capsules can be administered as prescribed by a doctor. If there are symptoms of high fever, physical cooling or drug-induced fever reduction should be given.

2. Symptomatic and Supportive Treatment

If the patient's consciousness is poor or there are seizures, timely oxygen inhalation and maintenance of respiratory tract patency are required. Carbamazepine Tablets can be taken under the guidance of a doctor to control seizures.

3. Surgical Treatment

When the lesion involves the optic nerve, it may lead to blindness. In such cases, surgical removal of the affected tissue, such as craniotomy for decompression and partial duraplasty, can be considered for improvement.

4. Other Methods

Immunomodulators, including intravenous immunoglobulin and thymosin α-1, can help improve the body's immunity and thereby inhibit inflammatory reactions. In daily life, avoid staying up late and ensure adequate sleep. At the same time, maintain a healthy diet by consuming more fresh fruits and vegetables, and reducing spicy, stimulating, and greasy foods to prevent exacerbation of the condition.