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I have a goosebump like rash, stiff neck, on and off fever, body aches. could it be meningitis?

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Meningitis?: I certainly don't like the sound of what you're going through. I can't guarantee that this is meningitis, but I can strongly recommend you get evaluated in an emergency room, just to be safe. You should go tonight.

Answered 5/25/2017

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A member asked:

I have a goosebump like rash, stiff neck, on and off fever, body aches. could it be meningitis?

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Dr. Dean Giannone answered

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