3rd August 2023

A 37-year-old man presents with a 2-day history of headaches, fevers, and photophobia. He has also had earache for the past three days.

A 37-year-old man presents with a 2-day history of headaches, fevers, and photophobia. He has also had earache for the past three days. On examination, he had neck stiffness, no rash, and no focal neurological signs. He is not confused. His bloods showed raised inflammatory markers. A lumbar puncture has been performed, with results pending.

What would be the appropriate treatment to give him?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.