A key symptom of meningitis is
A) a difficulty swallowing.
B) an impairment in coordination.
C) the experience of a stiff neck.
D) difficulty in the articulation of words.
E) excessive movement of the arms and legs.

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The experience of a stiff neck is a key symptom of meningitis. The inflammation of the meninges (the protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord) can cause neck stiffness and pain, which is often one of the first symptoms experienced. Difficulty swallowing or articulating words may also be present, but these are not as specific to meningitis as neck stiffness. Impairment in coordination or excessive movement of limbs are not typically associated with meningitis.

A Key Symptom of Meningitis Is