Viral Meningitis vrs Bacterial Meningitis Questions.?

[west]

I had the Meningitis vaccine back in 2002; however have been experiencing symtoms related to Viral Meningitis for the past week (symptoms peaking 4 days ago). While the vaccine is said to help prevent bacterial meningitis, is there still a possibility that with symptoms lasting this long it could be bacterial instead of viral? I am aware that viral can last up to 14 days, and can not be treated with antibiotics. I am just trying to decide if I should see the doctor and have the spinal tap test to rule out bacterial.Background info:Vaccine in 2002Syptoms: stiff neck for past 5 days, upset stomach, naseau, and headache.Have not had: fever or chills

[Doctor Brandon]

A Viral infection in the lining of the brain is serious stuff. do you really want to risk it?

[lilithdemonqueen]

If you suspect that you have meningitis you need to go to the hospital immediately!I understand your reluctance to get a spinal tap however meningitis can kill you.Also they can give you medicine that will help with the pain once they make a positive diagnosis. Good Luck.