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When does primary encephalitis occur?
Primary encephalitis can happen to people at any time of the year (sporadic encephalitis), or can be part of an outbreak (epidemic encephalitis).
What can cause Secondary encephalitis?
Secondary encephalitis may occur with measles, chickenpox, mumps, rubella, and EBV
What causes inflammation of the brain?
One is west nile virus, caused by mosquitoes.There are more than a dozen viruses that can cause encephalitis, spread by either human-to human contact or by animal bites. Encephalitis may occur with several common viral infections of childhood. Viruses and viral diseases that may cause encephalitis include:mumpsEpstein-Barr virus (EBV)cytomegalovirus infectionHIVherpes simplexherpes zosterherpes Bpoliomosquito-borne viruses (arboviruses)
How is encephalitis lethargica transmitted?
The illness, which can be fatal, is transmitted from one infected person to another by the tsetse fly. While it can occur globally, encephalitis lethargica is especially prevalent in Africa.
Does a normal cerebrospinal fluid analysis signifies encephalitis free?
A normal cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) analysis does not definitively rule out encephalitis. While abnormal findings, such as elevated white blood cell counts, increased protein levels, or the presence of specific antibodies, can indicate encephalitis, a normal CSF analysis may occur in some cases, particularly in the early stages of the disease or in certain viral infections. Therefore, clinical symptoms and imaging studies should also be considered in conjunction with CSF analysis for an accurate diagnosis.
What serious complications can occur with scrub typhus?
complications of typhoid fever include liver and spleen enlargement, sometimes so great that the spleen ruptures or bursts; anemia, or low red blood cell count due to blood loss from the intestinal bleeding; joint infections.
What is Philippine zebronkey?
A zebronkey is a cross between a zebra and another equine. It does not occur in the wild and was created by an intentional cross. The other equine is usually a donkey or zebra dam or hinny.
Are contagious disease infections?
Yes, contagious diseases are infections. Infections are occur when a pathogen (germ) enters the body and reproduces.
What Pathogen causes encephalitis?
The illness, which can be fatal, is transmitted from one infected person to another by the tsetse fly. While it can occur globally, encephalitis lethargica is especially prevalent in Africa.
What is the name of the medical condition that is frequently seen in patients with viral encephalitis?
The medical condition frequently seen in patients with viral encephalitis is called "seizures." Seizures can occur due to the inflammation and irritation of the brain caused by the viral infection. In some cases, patients may also experience post-ictal states or other neurological complications as a result of the encephalitis.
How long after recovering from measles can there be a serious swelling of the brain?
Called encephalitis, this can occur up to several weeks after the basic measles symptoms have resolved.
Do tuberculosis cause encephalitis?
Tuberculosis (TB) can lead to encephalitis, though it is more commonly associated with other central nervous system complications like meningitis or brain abscesses. When TB affects the brain, it often presents as tuberculous meningitis, which can cause inflammation and complications that may resemble encephalitis. Direct TB infection of brain tissue, known as tuberculoma, can also occur. Overall, while TB is not a primary cause of encephalitis, it can contribute to neurological complications in certain cases.
