Q: Clear CSF - Does it exclude meningitis?
2 Jul, 08 | by Bob Phillips
A 20 month old presented with 1-day history of temperature, off food and ‘not herself’. Clinical examination showed a slightly irritable child with temperature 38.80C, slightly congested throat and doubtful neck stiffness. An LP shows WCC 2, RCC 0. A diagnosis of viral illness is made, and antibiotics are not commenced.
