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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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Dr. Ellen Altenburg answered

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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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?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ellen Altenburg answered

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