Encephalitis Flashcards
1
Q
Common causes?
A
HSV VZV CMV EBV HIV
2
Q
Symptoms?
A
PROODDRRROMMMMMEEEEE
- Fever
- Rash
- Meningism
Behavioural change
- Confusion
- Personality
CNS
- Headache
- Low GCS
- Seizures
3
Q
Investigations
A
Blood and throat swab
CT before LP
LP
Toxoplasma test
4
Q
What is shown on the CT?
A
Bilateral temporal involvement
Global abnormality rather than focal
5
Q
Management?
A
ACICLOVIR
6
Q
How do you treat seizures in encephalitis?
A
Phenytoin
