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44yo m with 3d hx of fever and headache, followed by 1d hx of vomiting, photophobia and confusion. K/c of HTN with poor drug compliance, not DM, non smoker with CAGE 2/4. PE GCS 13/15, meningism but no focal weakness. Started Rx for meningitis b4 CT. Condition improved. Your thoughts will be highly appreciated.


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