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Signs and Symptoms of Meningitis

It isn’t easy to spot the symptoms of meningitis, as many people confuse the early signs and symptoms with the flu. Meningitis signs and symptoms may develop over 
several hours or over one or two days. By visiting your pediatrician, you will be able to get a proper diagnosis for your child. 
 
According to your pediatrician, some of the signs and symptoms that may occur in anyone older than the age of two include:
  • Sudden high fever
  • Severe headache that isn’t easily confused with other types of headaches
  • Stiff neck
  • Vomiting or nausea with headache
  • Confusion or difficulty concentrating
  • Seizures
  • Sleepiness or difficulty waking up
  • Sensitivity to light
  • Lack of interest in drinking and eating
  • Skin rash in some cases
Seek medical care from your pediatrician immediately if your child has signs or symptoms of meningitis, such as fever, severe headache, confusion, vomiting and stiff neck. Viral meningitis may improve without treatment, but bacterial meningitis is serious, can come on very quickly and requires prompt antibiotic treatment to improve the chance of a recovery. 
 
If you delay treatment for bacterial meningitis, the risk of permanent brain damage or death increases. Educate yourself about meningitis and talk to your child’s pediatrician for more information and a proper diagnosis. 

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Appointment times start 30 minutes after the phone hours begin and may extend up to 45 minutes beyond the end of the phone hours if needed.

Monday:

8:30 am-7:30 pm

Tuesday:

8:30 am-7:30 pm

Wednesday:

8:30 am-4:15 pm

Thursday:

8:30 am-7:30 pm

Friday:

8:30 am-4:15 pm

Saturday:

8:30 am-11:15 am

Sunday:

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  • "We’ve been taking our daughter to foreststream since she was born. She is now 2. They take really good care of her and always get us in quickly for a sick visit. We find them to be very responsive and compassionate. Her primary doctor is Dr. Yunker. I felt really comfortable with her from the start."
    Jane M.
  • "I absolutely love this practice. They have been wonderful with not only my daughter but with me as well. I am a first time Mom with a lot of questions. They are always available and respond to any request. I highly recommend this practice."
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  • "My son Joey has been seeing Dr. Prise for over a decade and just loved her. We’ve been given professional, skilled, and always kind reception every single time we’re there!"
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  • "Every experience is a good one, staff is pleasant, courteous, knowledgeable and above all concerned for the well being of my child."
    Jason R.
  • "The best pediatrician hands down I love going here quick courteous and very friendly They always know my children which is impressive considering how many patients they have and if your child is sick they get them in immediately"
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