After Returning from a Wildlife Tour of Africa, a 22-Year-Old

Multiple Choice

After returning from a wildlife tour of Africa, a 22-year-old man experiences headaches, fever, stiff neck, and lethargy. Lumbar puncture reveals increased white blood cell count and reduced glucose levels. This patient is likely suffering from which of the following?

A) Tabes dorsalis
B) Viral encephalitis
C) Bacterial meningitis
D) Lyme disease
E) Myelitis