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Health Related Forums => Topics in Healthcare => Topic started by: CilmiSabca on May 28, 2012, 06:53:22 PM
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Encephalitis (inflammation of the brain)
SEASON:
Depends on cause.
SUSCEPTIBILITY:
Varies with cause.
SYMPTOMS:
Fever; drowsiness; headache. Sometimes: Neurological impairment; coma at late stage.
CAUSE:
Bacteria or viruses (often a complication of another disease).
TRANSMISSION:
Depends on cause; some viruses transmitted via inscts.
INCUBATION:
Depends on cause.
DURATION:
Varies.
TREATMENT:
CALL THE DOCTOR immediately or go ER (emergency) if you suspect Encephalitis.
>Hospitalization is required.
PREVENTION:
Immunization against diseases for which this is a complication, for example measles.
RECURRENCE:
Unlikely.
COMPLICATION:
Neurological damage; can be fatal.