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Tuberculous meningitis causes

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Overview

Overview

Tuberculous meningitis is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the bacteria that causes tuberculosis. The bacteria spreads to the brain and spine from another site in the body. Tuberculous meningitis is a very rare disorder in the U.S.

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