Case Study: Emily, a 35-year-old woman, presented to the emergency room with severe headaches, fever, and confusion. She mentioned experiencing stiffness in her neck and sensitivity to light. Emily had a history of recent respiratory infection. The medical team suspected a microbial infection affecting her nervous system. 

Discussion Questions: 

Diagnosis and Identification: 

• What microbial agents could potentially cause infections of the nervous system? 

Modes of Transmission: 

• How are microbial infections of the nervous system typically transmitted? 

Pathophysiology: 

• Explain how microbial agents can enter and affect the nervous system. 
• Discuss the potential consequences of microbial infections on the central nervous system.