Signs and symptoms in students
Do not wait for a rash
If someone is ill and getting worse, get medical help immediately.
Symptoms can appear in any order. Some may not appear at all.
Common signs & symptoms of meningitis and septicaemia
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Fever, cold hands and feet
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Vomiting
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Drowsy, difficult to wake
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Confusion and irritability
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Severe muscle pain
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Pale, blotchy skin. Spots/rash
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Severe headache
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Stiff neck
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Dislike bright lights
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Convulsions/seizures
Early symptoms can include:
Fever, headache, vomiting, muscle pain and fever with cold hands and feet.
Someone with meningitis or septicaemia can get a lot worse very quickly. Keep checking them.
Trust your instincts – Get medical help immediately
Get medical help immediately