Septic meningitis is one of the diseases with high morbidity and mortality rates worldwide. How long it takes to heal depends on the individual, most often in 4 weeks or longer. Septic meningitis is an inflammation of the meninges caused by a bacterial infection. Common bacteria include Neisseria meningitidis, Haemophilus influenzae, Streptococcus pneumoniae, and other bacteria such as Listeria monocytogenes and Staphylococcus aureus. Once a patient is diagnosed with septic meningitis, treatment requires prompt antibiotics. Patients are generally treated with broad-spectrum antibiotics that can cross the blood-brain barrier until the pathogen is identified, currently ceftriaxone, cefotaxime, vancomycin, and meropenem are commonly used. If a bacterial culture and drug sensitivity test is completed, the patient will need to choose an antibiotic based on the results of the drug sensitivity test. In addition, hormonal therapy and symptomatic treatment may be required. In mild cases, if treated promptly, recovery may take 1-2 weeks. Prompt prophylactic treatment with medications is also recommended for patients who have been exposed to Haemophilus influenzae meningitis.