Rohit Kumar Rohit Kumar Asked 9 months ago

How high is fever with meningitis?

A friend's child was recently diagnosed with meningitis, and it got me thinking. I understand it's a serious condition. What kind of fever level is generally associated with meningitis? Just trying to educate myself about it.

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Kalyani Devi Kalyani Devi Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago
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Meningitis is a very serious condition, beta. The fever usually spikes very high, often above 103 or 104 degrees, and is accompanied by a very stiff neck and severe headache. Please do not wait at home if you suspect this.

Nikhil Kapoor Nikhil Kapoor Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Just reading about meningitis symptoms makes my heart race! The fever is typically very high, like 103°F or 104°F, and comes with terrible neck pain and light sensitivity. Please go to the hospital immediately if you have these.

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Sita Ram Sita Ram Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Meningitis mein bukhaar bahut tez hota hai, 103-104 tak pahunch jata hai aur gardan mein bahut dard hota hai. Humare yahan kehte hain isme turant bade aspatal jana chahiye, deri bilkul mat kariyega.

Priyanka Saxena Priyanka Saxena Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I know how terrifying it is when you start researching severe illnesses online. With meningitis, the fever is usually extremely high, above 103 F. Please see a doctor immediately to ease your mind and get the right help.

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Rohan Deshmukh Rohan Deshmukh Joined Jul 2026 3 months ago

Meningitis fever is usually very high, reaching 103°F to 104°F. It is a medical emergency, so please consult a doctor immediately.

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