Condition
Sterile meningitis
Gerald Hurowitz, M.D.Published 5 May 20051 min read
Alternative names
Aseptic meningitis
Definition
Aseptic meningitis is an illness characterized by headache, fever, and inflammation of the lining of the brain (meninges) that is not caused by bacteria.
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Gerald Hurowitz, M.D.
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