encephalitis - RS Flashcards

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what is encephalitis

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acute inflammatory dz of the parenchyma or tissue of the brain caused by direct viral invasion or hypersensitivity initiated by virus

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characterized by

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inflammation primarily in the gray matter of the CNS

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clinical manifestations

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headache

nausea

vomiting is followed by altered consciousness

altered sleep patterns

changes in cognition, hallucinations

disturbances in memory

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what may be present –> clin man

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focal neurologic signs

hemi paresis

aphasia

ataxia or disorders of limb movement

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