Health Tip: Symptoms of Meningitis

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Jun 10, 2019
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(HealthDay News) — Meningitis can kill a person within hours. So knowing its symptoms may be the difference between life and death, says the Meningitis Research Foundation.

The foundation explains the progression of symptoms:

Fever, vomiting and headache.
Limb pain, pale skin and cold hands.
Rash, neck stiffness, dislike of bright lights and confusion.

If you suspect meningitis, the foundation warns you to seek immediate medical care.

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