A patient is experiencing a high fever, stiff neck, drowsiness, and intense headaches. A spinal tap showed bacteria and white blood cells in the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). This individual most likely has what condition?

A. Parkinson disease
B. Alzheimer disease
C. Meningitis
D. Hydrocephalus
E. A stroke


C. Meningitis

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