Microbiology: A Systems Approach
5th Edition
ISBN: 9781259706615
Author: Marjorie Kelly Cowan Professor
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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Chapter 19, Problem 5MCQ
Summary Introduction
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Chronic form of meningitis is caused by Cryptococcus neoformans. The symptoms arise gradually. The most common symptom is headache; however, neck stiffness and nausea are other symptoms.
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Ch. 19.1 - Describe the important anatomical features of the...Ch. 19.1 - Prob. 2AYPCh. 19.2 - Discuss the current state of knowledge regarding...Ch. 19.3 - Prob. 4AYPCh. 19.3 - Prob. 5AYPCh. 19.3 - Discuss important features of meningoencephalitis,...Ch. 19.3 - Prob. 7AYPCh. 19.3 - Prob. 8AYPCh. 19.3 - Prob. 9AYPCh. 19.3 - Prob. 10AYP
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