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Hi! all of yesterday i had a severe headache and a high fever and nausea. today i'm feeling fine except a stiff neck. could it be meningitis?

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Dr. Corey Clay answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Unlikely: Fever resolution and overall feeling of improvement make meningitis unlikely. Stiff neck in meningitis is generally a precursor to more severe symptoms.

Dr Singer and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/12/2015

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A member asked:

Hi! all of yesterday i had a severe headache and a high fever and nausea. today i'm feeling fine except a stiff neck. could it be meningitis?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Corey Clay answered

Dr Singer and 2 doctors agreed

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