brain, spinal cord, and nerve disorders
Introduction to Meningitis
Symptoms of Meningitis
Different types of meningitis may cause different symptoms. Also, symptoms differ in how severe they are and how quickly they develop. However, all types cause the following: A painful, stiff neck that makes lowering the chin to the chest difficult or impossible Headache Fever However, these symptoms are often absent or not easily identified in infants. Also, a stiff neck or fever may be absent in the very old or in people who are taking drugs or have conditions that suppress the immune system (immunosuppressants). People may also appear sluggish or unresponsive. 