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? 1. Severe headache 2. Red, itchy rash 3. Sensitivity to light 4. Confusion

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30 January, 06:13

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? 1. Severe headache 2. Red, itchy rash 3. Sensitivity to light 4. Confusion

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Madden Fritz · Answer 1

The answer is red, itchy rash. It is not a symptom seen in meningitis.

Skyler Hudson · Answer 2

2. Red, itchy rash

Explanation:

Meninges are the membranes around the human brain and spinal cord. Swelling (inflammation) in the meninges results into meningitis. The prominent symptoms of meningitis are a severe headache, fever a stiff neck. Confusion or difficult to concentrate and sensitive to light. Symptoms such as red, itchy rash are least likely in meningitis.