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How long is it supposed to it take for symptoms to appear after exposure to meningitis?
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48h: Viral meningitides take 48h max. Most are bacterial and much less contagious. If you're worried - go to er and get spinal tap- a safe relatively painless procedure in experienced hands.
Answered 4/7/2013
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