Meningoencephalitis
Overview
Meningoencephalitis is a condition that's usually caused by a virus, bacterium, parasite, or other microorganism. Examples include West Nile virus, mumps, or tuberculosis.
Symptoms
Symptoms vary depending on the cause. They may include fever, confusion, vomiting or seizures.Left untreated, meningoencephalitis can lead to death.
Treatments
Treatment may include antibiotics, antivirals and supportive care, depending on the origin of the disease.
Last Updated Nov 16, 2019
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