Avoid Meningitis Mayhem: What You Need To Know

6. Symptoms

Early symptoms of meningitis may include flu-like symptoms. Over the course of several hours or days, symptoms may evolve into a stiff neck, a sudden high fever, headaches, difficulty concentrating, seizures, fatigue, nausea or vomiting, skin rashes, and lack of appetite or thirst. Infants may experience constant crying, high fever, stiffness throughout the body, sluggishness, irritability and excessive sleeping, and a bulge in the soft spot on top of the baby’s head. Take immediate action when symptoms of meningitis occur.