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Former Australia Test Star Damien Martyn in Hospital With Meningitis

Former Australian batter Damien Martyn, 54, is suffering from <span>meningitis</span>, and was taken ill on Boxing Day in a Queensland hospital. The news on his condition came on Tuesday evening, and details confirmed to <em>ESPNcircinfo</em> noted that he is currently in an induced coma. 

Former players, his colleagues and the sporting community is rallying around the 54-year-old, who currently "is in for the fight of his life" said the former AFL player Brad Hardie. His former teammate Darren Lehmann also told Martyn to "keep strong" on X.

“He is getting the best of treatment and [Martyn’s partner] Amanda and his family know that a lot of people are sending their prayers and best wishes,” said Adam Gilchrist his former Test and Western Australia teammate. Cricket Australia boss, Todd Greenberg, also wished Martyn a quick recovery. “I’m saddened to hear of Damien’s illness,” he said. “The best wishes of everyone at CA and in the wider cricket community are with him at this time.”

According to NHS UK, it is an infection of the protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord. It can affect anyone, but is most common in babies. 

While fever is not always present, it is usually considered as one of the classic symptoms of meningitis. It is important to know the varied symptoms, causes, and treatments of meningitis for early diagnosis and proper management of the disease.

Meningitis is an infectious illness that brings about inflammation in the meninges. The most common cause of such inflammation is bacterial or viral infections, though other causes are also possible including fungal, parasitic, or non-infectious causes (autoimmune disease, head injury, or brain surgery). Meningitis may be caused by bacterial meningitis, which the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicates can be so severe and bring about conditions like hearing loss, vision problems, and death if not received on time.

<h2>Does Meningitis Always Result in Fever?</h2>

Although fever is a common presentation of meningitis, it is not always present. Certain people, particularly those with compromised immune systems, newborns, or the elderly, can get meningitis without significant temperature elevation. In these instances, other signs such as headache, confusion, or stiff neck can be more suggestive symptoms of the disease.

Fever in meningitis is usually caused by the body's immune reaction to the infection, but some factors can affect its occurrence or absence, such as:

<ul><li>The nature of meningitis (bacterial, viral, fungal, or non-infectious)</li><li>The immune response of the individual</li><li>Pre-existing health conditions</li><li>The course of the disease</li></ul>

<h2>Identifying the Symptoms of Meningitis</h2>

Meningitis signs may differ based on the reason and severity of infection. Even though fever is a common symptom, it should also be noted for other vital symptoms, which are:

<ul><li>Severe headache</li><li>Stiff neck</li><li>Photophobia (sensitivity to light)</li><li>Nausea and vomiting</li><li>Confusion or inability to concentrate</li><li>Fatigue or trouble waking up</li><li>Seizures</li><li>Skin rash (in meningococcal meningitis)</li></ul>

Symptoms in infants can be different and also involve excessive crying, irritability, feeding problems, a bulging soft spot (fontanelle) on the head, and unusual lethargy.

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Former Australian batter Damien Martyn, 54, is suffering from meningitis, and was taken ill on Boxing Day in a Queensland hospital. The news on his condition came on Tuesday evening, and details confirmed to ESPNcircinfo noted that he is currently in an induced coma. Former players, his colleagues and the sporting community is rallying around the 54-year-old, who currently "is in for the fight of his life" said the former AFL player Brad Hardie. His former teammate Darren Lehmann also told Martyn to "keep strong" on X.“He is getting the best of treatment and [Martyn’s partner] Amanda and his family know that a lot of people are sending their prayers and best wishes,” said Adam Gilchrist his former Test and Western Australia teammate. Cricket Australia boss, Todd Greenberg, also wished Martyn a quick recovery. “I’m saddened to hear of Damien’s illness,” he said. “The best wishes of everyone at CA and in the wider cricket community are with him at this time.”What Is Meningitis?According to NHS UK, it is an infection of the protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord. It can affect anyone, but is most common in babies. While fever is not always present, it is usually considered as one of the classic symptoms of meningitis. It is important to know the varied symptoms, causes, and treatments of meningitis for early diagnosis and proper management of the disease.Meningitis is an infectious illness that brings about inflammation in the meninges. The most common cause of such inflammation is bacterial or viral infections, though other causes are also possible including fungal, parasitic, or non-infectious causes (autoimmune disease, head injury, or brain surgery). Meningitis may be caused by bacterial meningitis, which the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicates can be so severe and bring about conditions like hearing loss, vision problems, and death if not received on time.Does Meningitis Always Result in Fever?Although fever is a common presentation of meningitis, it is not always present. Certain people, particularly those with compromised immune systems, newborns, or the elderly, can get meningitis without significant temperature elevation. In these instances, other signs such as headache, confusion, or stiff neck can be more suggestive symptoms of the disease.Fever in meningitis is usually caused by the body's immune reaction to the infection, but some factors can affect its occurrence or absence, such as:The nature of meningitis (bacterial, viral, fungal, or non-infectious)The immune response of the individualPre-existing health conditionsThe course of the diseaseIdentifying the Symptoms of MeningitisMeningitis signs may differ based on the reason and severity of infection. Even though fever is a common symptom, it should also be noted for other vital symptoms, which are:Severe headacheStiff neckPhotophobia (sensitivity to light)Nausea and vomitingConfusion or inability to concentrateFatigue or trouble waking upSeizuresSkin rash (in meningococcal meningitis)Symptoms in infants can be different and also involve excessive crying, irritability, feeding problems, a bulging soft spot (fontanelle) on the head, and unusual lethargy.