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I have had a stiff sore neck for 5 days and my temperature is 98.8. what could be the cause?

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Dr. Philip Schwarzman answered

Sore neck: Your temperature is normal. Neck stiffness/soreness is most likely muscular. Without a fever or other signs of illness, meningitis is highly unlikely.

Answered 4/20/2020

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A member asked:

I have had a stiff sore neck for 5 days and my temperature is 98.8. what could be the cause?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Schwarzman answered

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