Encephalitis
Health should be our first priority because it is the most valuable asset and it controls every part of our lives. Therefore, paying proper attention to illness symptoms and avoiding things that lead to unhealthy lifestyle is the best ticket to having good health.
For the purpose of this contest, I will share my knowledge about encephalitis, its causes, symptoms and treatment.
| Understanding Encephalitis |
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Encephalitis is an infection of the brain that happen due to an immune response which causes redness and swelling in human's brain. Encephalitis can also occur as a result of autoimmune disorders.
Let's see the symptoms of encephalitis below;
Since encephalitis is inflammation of the brain, there are two types of notable symptoms when a person is suffering from this health challenge. There are mild and severe symptoms.
As the name implies, mild symptoms are light and are not deadly. It comes with the following;
- High fever
- Muscle aches
- Headache
- Vomiting
While the severe symptoms are;
- Loss of consciousness
- Confusion
- Speech issues
- Seizure
- Paralysis
- Memory issues
All these symptoms mentioned are caused by the following;
- Viral infection
- Autoimmune conditions
- Bacteria
- Parasites
- Fungi
Once the immune system is weak, the brain automatically get vulnerable to fast spread of all kinds of infections.
| Treatment for Encephalitis |
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For the mild symptoms of encephalitis, medications like pain reliever and fever control can be taken to cease them especially high fever, headache and muscle aches. Strong antibiotics can be taken to get rid of the infections caused by bacteria and fungi. If the case is severe, it is advised to go for surgery.
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