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Encephalitis, general
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Inflammation of the brain
Symptoms may include fever, headache, change in personality or mental status, light sensitivity and may develop neck stiffness
Can have similar symptoms as meningitis
Most often caused by different types of viruses but can also be due to bacteria or parasite infections
Commonly spread by breathing in infected droplets from the air, contact with contaminated food and water or through blood transfusions
May also be spread through a bite from an infected animal or insect such as ticks and mosquitoes
Affects males and females
Can occur at any age but more severe in infants and the elderly
May be mild to severe depending on virus and may result in long-term symptoms
Life threatening if left untreated
Treatments
Rest
Increase your fluid intake
Maintain a healthy diet
FOR FEVER
Apply cool cloth to forehead or armpits
Drink plenty of fluids (especially water)
Avoid alcohol, tea and coffee as these drinks can cause slight dehydration
Over-the-counter medicine (refer to manufacturer’s recommendations for dosage):
Acetaminophen
Ibuprofen
Aspirin (Do not give to children or adolescents)
FOR PAIN
Apply hot or cold packs to the area
Relaxation techniques
Distraction
Over-the-counter medicine (refer to manufacturer’s recommendations for dosage):
Acetaminophen
Ibuprofen
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