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What Causes Headache And Stiff Neck With Rashes In Neck?

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Question : I woke up with a horrible headache and stiff neck. I went to rub my neck and the picture is what I felt.We haven't changed anything with detergents or soaps. Thank You!
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Answered by Dr. Manjeth Kumar G (3 hours later)
Brief Answer: suspect meningitis. need immediate ER and Opinion. Detailed Answer: Hello, I have gone through your query and understand your concern. You have the features of meningococcal meningitis. 1. Rashes in neck 2. Severe headache 3. Neck stiffness. Thus my advice is first rule out meningitis. You should go to ER and rule out any possibility of meningitis immediately. They may start IV penicillin or Ceftriaxone, if they suspect meningitis. Hope this helps. Please write back for further queries.
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What Causes Headache And Stiff Neck With Rashes In Neck?

Brief Answer: suspect meningitis. need immediate ER and Opinion. Detailed Answer: Hello, I have gone through your query and understand your concern. You have the features of meningococcal meningitis. 1. Rashes in neck 2. Severe headache 3. Neck stiffness. Thus my advice is first rule out meningitis. You should go to ER and rule out any possibility of meningitis immediately. They may start IV penicillin or Ceftriaxone, if they suspect meningitis. Hope this helps. Please write back for further queries.