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What are the primary symptoms of Japanese encephalitis?
fever, severe headache, nausea, and vomiting. As the tissue covering the brain and spinal cord (the meninges) becomes infected and swollen, the patient will develop a stiff and painful neck.
What are symptoms of meningitis?
Fever Vomiting Intense headache Stiff neck
What are the symptoms of viral meningitis and how can they be identified?
Symptoms of viral meningitis include headache, fever, stiff neck, sensitivity to light, and nausea. These symptoms can be identified through a physical exam, blood tests, and a spinal tap to analyze cerebrospinal fluid.
What is a spinal tap?
A medical procedure wherein a needle is inserted into the back to withdraw some spinal fluid usually to test for infection or tumor or high pressure. Often done when suspicious of meningitis in a patient with stiff neck and fever.
What are the symptoms for spinal meningitis?
Symptoms of spinal meningitis can include severe headache, fever, stiff neck, sensitivity to light, confusion, nausea, and vomiting. In some cases, a rash may also appear. It is important to seek medical attention if you suspect you may have spinal meningitis, as it can be a serious and potentially life-threatening condition.
Is this fever worth going to the er room?
I have a fever of 101.4 since monday, i have been feeling very fatigue, sleeping most of the day not feeling like eating. Severe Headache and a stiff neck
Your daughter took 600mg of Ibuprofen for a sore throat instead of relieving the pain she developed a fever of 102 and a bad headache?
Sounds like the flu, or another infectious process. Try Tylenol, alternating with the Ibuprofen. If fever not resolving, stiff neck, continued severe headache, take to the doctor.
What is meningitis and how can you get it?
It means an inflammation of the meninges. The meninges are the covering of the brain and spinal cord. They can swell and harm the cord and the brain. It is very serious. It can be caused by a bacteria or a virus.
What disorder can cause a high fever stiff neck and headache?
Meningitis (viral or bacterial) would be my first guess as those are the initial telltale signs. Also with this being the onset of summer Rocky Mountain spotted fever could be a suspect.
What are the causes and symptoms of meningitis?
Meningitis is caused by viruses, bacteria, or fungi infecting the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord. Common symptoms include fever, headache, stiff neck, and sensitivity to light. Severe cases can lead to confusion, seizures, and even death. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for a better outcome.
What risks does a spinal puncture procedure include?
The most common side effect is a headache, usually a dull pain, although some report a throbbing sensation. A stiff neck and nausea may accompany the headache.
Can neuroforaminal stenosis cause head pain?
My ex husband has spinal stenosis,he has been having very bad headaches for approx 15 months,stiff neck,his doctor said it could be through this complaint,but get it checked out to make sure,but it probably is this causeing your headaches.
