3. Stiffness
Meningitis not only causes inflammation of the meninges of the brain, but it also spurs inflammation in the spinal cord. This can cause the back and the neck to become quite stiff and very sore. This swelling of the membranes that will cause discomfort and stiffness. If you are experiencing muscle stiffness in the neck and the back along with a headache and a fever, you may have a type of meningitis and it is important to get medical attention as soon as possible.
Your doctor will be able to provide a test that will either confirm or rule out meningitis as a cause for your ailments. There are many types of meningitis ranging from mild to possibly fatal. If you let meningitis go untreated and unchecked there can be many severe complications that may occur. This is why it is important to know the signs and symptoms and get checked out as soon as possible if you have any of them.
