Neisseria meningitidis bacteria
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Neisseria meningitidis bacteria
False-colour transmission electron micrograph of Neisseria meningitidis, spherical bacteria which cause meningitis in humans. The pink area within the bacterium is genetic material. The bacteria are typically seen in pairs, each one concave on the side facing its partner. Meningitis is an inflammation of the meninges, the membranes enclosing the brain and spinal cord. Symptoms include intense headache, fever, loss of appetite, intolerance of light and sound, muscle rigidity and, in severe cases, convulsions, vomiting and delirium leading to death. Bacterial meningitis is treated with antibiotics or sulphonamides. Magnification: x28, 800 at 6x4.5cm size
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This print showcases the Neisseria meningitidis bacteria, responsible for causing meningitis in humans. The false-color transmission electron micrograph reveals spherical bacteria with a distinct pink area representing their genetic material. These bacteria are commonly observed in pairs, each one concave on the side facing its partner. Meningitis is an inflammation of the meninges, which are protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. Its symptoms include severe headache, fever, loss of appetite, sensitivity to light and sound, muscle stiffness, convulsions, vomiting, delirium and can even lead to death in severe cases. Bacterial meningitis necessitates treatment with antibiotics or sulphonamides to combat its detrimental effects. Understanding these microscopic organisms through advanced techniques like transmission electron microscopy (TEM) aids researchers and medical professionals in developing effective treatments against this life-threatening infection. The magnification level of x28,800 at a 6x4.5cm size allows us to appreciate the intricate details of these harmful microbes that have such devastating consequences on human health. This image serves as a reminder of both the beauty and danger present within our natural world while highlighting the importance of scientific research aimed at combating diseases caused by bacterial pathogens like Neisseria meningitidis.
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