infections of the CNS Flashcards
1
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meningitis:
A
acute inflammation of the leptomeninges due to bacteria growing within the CSF
2
Q
Encephalitis:
A
inflammation of the brain parenchyma
3
Q
brain abcess:
A
localized collection of pus within the brain parenchyma
4
Q
clinical S and S of cns infection:
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sz
hemiparesis
aphasia
gaze preference
5
Q
subacute and chronic meningitis presentation:
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fever, headache, meningismus, and altered mental status similar to an acute meningitis
6
Q
viral meningitis vs. HSV 1 encephalopathy
A
HSV 1 encephalitis is very destructive, causing necrosis and hemorrhage in the brain.
*Viral meningitis, in contrast, does not show necrosis of brain tissue and has a benign course.