MENINGISMUS
\mˈɛnɪŋɡˌɪsməs], \mˈɛnɪŋɡˌɪsməs], \m_ˈɛ_n_ɪ_ŋ_ɡ_ˌɪ_s_m_ə_s]\
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A condition characterized by neck stiffness, headache, and other symptoms suggestive of meningeal irritation, but without actual inflammation of the meninges (MENINGITIS). Spinal fluid pressure may be elevated but spinal fluid is normal. (DeJong, The Neurologic Examination, 4th ed, p673)
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