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Stiff and painful neck for 4 days almost 5 now . if this was menegitis would i have already had a fever by now? my temp is normal

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Meningitis : It is more likely muscular in origin. Anti-inflammatory medications, neck stretching exercises, most warm heat followed by ice and massage can help. Meningitis would be associated with severe headaches, light sensitivity, fever, chills, and nausea.

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Answered 8/9/2014

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