A 36-year-old man presents with fever, headache, and neck stiffness. Explore the Differential Diagnosis and diagnostic workup for meningitis.
A 36-year-old man presented to the emergency department with a 2-week history of fever, headache, drowsiness, and photophobia. He was previously healthy and was sexually active with men. The physical examination was notable for a temperature of 38.3°C and neck stiffness. Computed tomography of the head was normal. A lumbar puncture was performed. Based on this preparation of the cerebrospinal fluid, what is the diagnosis?
What is the most likely diagnosis?
Cryptococcal meningitis, Cryptococcus neoformans, HIV/Immunosuppression, Lumbar Puncture, Meningitis
