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Will macterial meningitis cause itching and a rash?

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Dr. Martin Raff answered

Meningitis: These are possible depending upon the causative organism.

Dr Ferguson agreed

Answered 1/30/2017

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A member asked:

Will macterial meningitis cause itching and a rash?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Martin Raff answered

Dr Ferguson agreed

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