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Inflammation of the brain. Encephalitis is most commonly caused by certain viral infections or may occur subsequent to prior infection due to immune reactions that indirectly result in inflammation (postinfectious encephalitis). Although associated symptoms and findings may be variable, features may include fever, headache, irritability, listlessness (lethargy), and weakness. ...
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| encephalitis |
a condition characterized by inflammation of the brain. This condition causes problems with the brain and spinal cord function.
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| encephalitis |
Inflammation of the brain caused by an infection. Treatment must begin as early as possible to attempt to avoid potentially serious and life-long effects. Depending on the cause of the inflammation, this may include antibiotics, anti-viral medications, and anti-inflammatory drugs. If brain damage results from encephalitis, therapy (such as physical therapy) may help patients regain lost functions.
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| encephalitis |
A viral infection of the brain.
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| encephalitis |
An inflammation of the brain, most often caused by the herpes virus, but sometimes brought on by chicken pox, mumps, or measles. People with a mild case usually recover in two or three weeks; severe encephalitis is rare, but can cause brain damage or death.
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