Aseptic Meningitits

Aseptic Meningitits


Definition

Aseptic meningitis is an illness that appears similar to bacterial meningitis; however, bacteria do not grow in cultures of the fluid around the brain and spinal cord (cerebrospinal fluid).

See also:

* Meningitis
* Meningitis - cryptococcal
* Meningitis - gram-negative
* Meningitis - H. influenzae
* Meningitis - meningococcal
* Meningitis - pneumococcal
* Meningitis - staphylococcal
* Meningitis - tuberculous

Symptoms

* Abdominal pain
* Abnormal sensitivity to light (photophobia)
* Chills
* Confusion
* Drowsiness
* Fever
* General discomfort, uneasiness, or ill feeling (malaise)
* Headache
* Muscle pain
* Nausea and vomiting
* Rash
* Sore throat
* Stiff neck

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