Topic 28 Infectious diseases Flashcards
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Encephalitis
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¨ Encephalitis refers to a diffuse parenchymal inflammation of the brain
¨ Can co-exist with meningitis but are separate conditions
Usually caused by a virus
¤ Herpes simplex is most common causeacute encephalitis with 30-70% fatality rate& morbidity
¤ Poliovirus
¨ Symptoms may include fever, headache, disorientation,
delirium, seizures, focal paralysis, and personality changes
Diagnosis ¨ CT ¨ Lumbar puncture ¨ Blood test ¨ EEG
