Meningismus

Meningismus is a set of symptoms that mimic those of meningitis, but without the actual inflammation of the meninges that characterizes that disease. It is often associated with other conditions, such as migraine, encephalitis, and subarachnoid hemorrhage.

Symptoms

The primary symptoms of meningismus are similar to those of meningitis, including headache, neck stiffness, and photophobia (sensitivity to light). However, unlike meningitis, these symptoms are not accompanied by a fever or other signs of infection.

Causes

Meningismus can be caused by a variety of conditions, including:

• Migraine
• Encephalitis
• Subarachnoid hemorrhage
• Brain tumor
• Brain abscess
• Sinusitis
• Pneumonia
• Tuberculosis
• Lyme disease

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of meningismus is typically made based on the patient's symptoms and medical history. A lumbar puncture may be performed to rule out meningitis.

Treatment

Treatment for meningismus is aimed at addressing the underlying cause of the symptoms. This may involve medication to manage pain and other symptoms, as well as treatment for any underlying conditions.

See also

• Meningitis
• Migraine
• Encephalitis
• Subarachnoid hemorrhage

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