Enzephalitis

Were you looking for information about Encephalitis? Enzephalitis is a common misspelling of encephalitis.
 
People who have encephalitis may experience a sudden fever, headaches, and confusion. Encephalitis is an inflammation of the brain that results from a bacterial or viral infection. In severe cases, encephalitis can cause brain damage, seizures, and even death. In most cases, treatment typically involves certain antiviral medications, anticonvulsants, corticosteroids, or sedatives.
 
(For the complete eMedTV article, click Encephalitis. This article offers an in-depth look at what happens in people who have this condition, and discusses possible risk factors and treatment options. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for specific information.)
 
Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD