š·š§ Meningitis symptoms every student needs to know right now ā including the signs that appear BEFORE the rash. As a doctor, here's what I want you to know about the UK meningitis B outbreak in Kent.
Early signs can feel like flu or a hangover: fever, headache, nausea. Later signs include stiff neck, sensitivity to light, drowsiness and seizures.
The non-fading rash is a late sign ā and not everyone gets it. On darker skin, it may look different.
If you suspect meningitis, call 999 or go to A&E immediately. Do not wait for all symptoms to appear. Follow the latest updates from the
@nhs and
@ukhsa.
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