An Overview of Encephalitis Treatment
People who are suspected of having
encephalitis should receive immediate, aggressive encephalitis treatment. Encephalitis can progress quickly and has the potential to cause severe, irreversible neurological damage.
Medications for Encephalitis Treatment
Treatment for very mild cases of encephalitis may include being monitored at home by the physician and a caregiver.
Supportive care as part of encephalitis treatment includes:
- Fluids
- Bed rest
- Over-the-counter analgesics to reduce fever and headache.
For more severe cases, encephalitis treatment may involve hospitalization. Anticonvulsants may be prescribed to stop or prevent
seizures, and sedatives may be used to calm more severely infected people. Certain drugs may be used to counter nausea and vomiting. Corticosteroids and intravenous administration of carbohydrate solutions can reduce brain swelling. Patients with breathing difficulties may require artificial respiration.
Complementary Therapy and Encephalitis Treatment
For patients who experience severe brain inflammation, encephalitis treatment may involve physical, speech, and occupational therapy once the acute illness is under control.
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