All of the following are characteristic of most cases of aseptic meningitis except

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Aseptic meningitis is typically caused by a viral infection, specifically enterovirus in more than 90% of cases. It is self-limiting with symptoms lasting 7-10 days and is characterized by high fever, stiff neck, and headache. Diagnosis requires a cerebrospinal fluid sample, but it is not treated with antibiotics as it is a viral infection.

All of the Following Are Characteristic of Most Cases of Aseptic