Encephalitis: MedlinePlus

Encephalitis

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Encephalitis is an inflammation of the brain. The usual cause is a viral infection, but bacteria can also cause it. Cases can range from mild to severe. For mild cases, you could have flu-like symptoms. Serious cases can cause

• Severe headache
• Sudden fever
• Drowsiness
• Vomiting
• Confusion
• Seizures

For mild cases, you may just need rest, plenty of fluids and a pain reliever. For severe cases, you might need to be hospitalized. Fortunately, encephalitis is uncommon in the United States.

NIH: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke

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Encephalitis: MedlinePlus

MEDICAL ENCYCLOPEDIA  

• Cerebral spinal fluid (CSF) collection
• Cranial CT scan
• CSF analysis
• CSF cell count
• Encephalitis
• Subacute sclerosing panencephalitis

Related Topics

• Meningitis
• West Nile Virus
• Brain and Nerves

National Institutes of Health

• The primary NIH organization for research on Encephalitis is the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke