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Dull headache and neck ache. could it be meningitis?

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Dr. Steven Charlap answered

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Yes: It could also mean neck spasm, pinched nerve and many other benign things. Don't work yourself up over meningitis, but do seek medical attention for a definitive diagnosis.

Answered 8/15/2012

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A member asked:

Dull headache and neck ache. could it be meningitis?

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Dr. Steven Charlap answered

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