Etiopathogenesis, clinical presentation, and laboratory diagnosis of encephalitis
Management and treatment strategies for encephalitis
Encephalitis is an inflammatory condition of the brain with diverse causes. This blog explores its origins, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options.
6/7/2025• 7 min read• 45 views
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Etiopathogenesis, Clinical Presentation, and Laboratory Diagnosis of Encephalitis
Encephalitis is an inflammatory condition of the brain, typically caused by viral infections, autoimmune disorders, or other inflammatory pathways...
Etiopathogenesis
The disease arises due to direct viral invasion, post-infectious immune responses, or autoimmune-mediated attacks...
Clinical Presentation
- Fever and headache
- Altered mental status
- Seizures
- Neurological deficits
Laboratory Diagnosis
Diagnosis relies on CSF analysis, PCR for viral pathogens, neuroimaging, and serological tests...
Management and Treatment Strategies
Supportive care, antiviral therapy, immune modulation, and symptomatic relief form the core of treatment...
Tags
#encephalitis#neurology#brain inflammation#viral infection#immune response
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