Damien Martyn placed in induced coma as he battles meningitis: Understanding the condition, causes and treatment options

Cricket icon Damien Martyn is in an induced coma battling meningitis after falling seriously ill on Boxing Day. The 54-year-old was rushed to a Brisbane hospital, with hopes he can be brought out of the coma soon. Meningitis, a dangerous inflammation of the brain and spinal cord tissues, requires urgent medical care and can lead to severe complications.

Damien Martyn placed in induced coma as he battles meningitis: Understanding the condition, causes and treatment options
Cricket icon Damien Martyn is in an induced coma battling meningitis after falling seriously ill on Boxing Day. The 54-year-old was rushed to a Brisbane hospital, with hopes he can be brought out of the coma soon. Meningitis, a dangerous inflammation of the brain and spinal cord tissues, requires urgent medical care and can lead to severe complications.