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Pediatrics. Ch. 23
Encephalitis
Question | Answer |
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What is encephalitis | Inflammation of the brain |
What is encephalomyelitis | Inflammation of the brain and spinal cord |
What causes encephalomyelitis | Togaviruses – Ribonucleic acid (RNA) and herpes 1 & 2 virus, Aftermath of upper respiratory tract infections, German measles/Rubella, Measles/Rubeola, and rarely reactions to DTP vaccine, lead poisoning, bacteria, spirochetes, fungi |
What is the characteristic manifestation of encephalitis | Headache followed by drowsiness that may precede to coma |
What is encephalitis sometimes called | Sleeping sickness |
What are other manifestations of encephalitis | Convulsions, Fever, Cramps, Abdominal pain, Vomiting, Nuchal rigidity, Delirium, Muscle twitching, Abnormal eye movements |
How is encephalitis treated | Sedatives, Antipyretics, Seizure precautions, Adequate nutrition, Hydration |
What can result from encephalitis | Speech, Mental, and Motor development slowed – Brain Damage and Mental retardation |