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Meningism  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • A condition characterized by neck stiffness, headache, and other symptoms suggestive of meningeal irritation, but without actual inflammation of the meninges (MENINGITIS). Spinal fluid pressure may be elevated but spinal fluid is normal. (DeJong, The Neurologic Examination, 4th ed, p673)

Entry terms

  • Dupre's Syndrome
  • Dupre Syndrome
  • Meningismus
  • Meningitis-Like Reaction
  • Pseudomeningitis

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