Fever, headache, and stiff neck constitute the classic triad of symptoms and signs of bacterial meningitis. Patients are also typically lethargic or stuporous, and the level of consciousness may deteriorate rapidly. Nausea, vomiting, and photophobia are common complaints which often reflect elevated in...
A stiff neck can be the result of an injury or strain on the muscles and ligaments of the neck. Aneck strain is the result of damageto the tendons and muscles or the ligaments that connect the muscle to the bone. Aneck sprain, on the other hand, occurs as a result of the tearingof...
He had a mild, diffuse headache of one-month duration. Physical examination showed torticollis to the right. The neck muscles were stiff and tight, with limited voluntary and passive motions in all directions. The ocular fundus examination showed bilateral papilledema. There was mild left lateral ...