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A member asked:
Going on three days now with a stiff/painful neck. seems like it has gotten some what better. no fever. nos. so meningitis shouldn't be a concern?
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Less likely: Most likely musculoskeletal. Usually with meningitis you have a severe headache, fever, feeling terrible, bright lights bother you, vomiting and many other possible symptoms.
Answered 8/8/2014
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