An increase of lymphocytes and other mononuclear cells (pleocytosis) in the CSF and negative bacterial and fungal cultures is referred to as

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Aseptic meningitis is characterized by an increase of lymphocytes and other mononuclear cells (pleocytosis) in the CSF and negative cultures. Patients may have fever, headache, a stiff neck, and nausea and vomiting. Aseptic meningitis is commonly associated with viral infections and is usually a self-limiting infection. Aseptic meningitis is also a component of syphilis and some other spirochetal diseases.

An Increase of Lymphocytes and Other Mononuclear Cells (Pleocytosis) in the CSF