Which of the following is a common symptom of meningitis?

A. Cough: A cough is more commonly associated with respiratory infections, not meningitis. B. Joint pain: Joint pain is not a primary symptom of meningitis but may occur in other conditions. C. Fever: Fever is a hallmark symptom of meningitis, reflecting the body’s immune response to infection. D. Abdominal pain: Abdominal pain is not typically associated with meningitis.