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meninx (n)
a membrane (one of 3) that envelops the brain and spinal cord
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a membrane (one of 3) that envelops the brain and spinal cord
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The dura mater, arachnoid mater, and pia mater are the three layers of the meninges, which protect the brain and spinal cord.
Spinal meninx inflammation can lead to pain, stiffness, and neurological deficits.
Meningitis, an infection of the meninges, can cause headache, fever, and sensitivity to light.
Subdural hematomas occur when blood collects between the dura mater and arachnoid mater.