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Meningitis is a disease that is characterized by swelling of the meninges that puts pressure on the brain. Which is least likely to be a symptom of this disease?
severe headache
swollen ankles
sensitivity to light
confusion
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Swollen ankles.
Meningitis typically causes fever, severe headache, neck stiffness, photophobia (sensitivity to light) and altered mental status/confusion. Peripheral edema (swollen ankles) is not a usual feature and suggests other conditions (e.g., heart, liver, or kidney problems).
Meningitis typically causes fever, severe headache, neck stiffness, photophobia (sensitivity to light) and altered mental status/confusion. Peripheral edema (swollen ankles) is not a usual feature and suggests other conditions (e.g., heart, liver, or kidney problems).
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