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West Nile Encephalitis
Medical Questions » West Nile Encephalitis
| Name: West Nile Encephalitis |
| Also known as: |
| Viral infection of the brain. |
Causes of West Nile Encephalitis
Virus spread from birds to man by a mosquito. Found throughout north Africa, the Middle East and southeast Europe. More common in children and the elderly. Incubation period three to six days. |
Symptoms of West Nile Encephalitis
Fever and a rash are often the only symptoms, but in severe cases may cause eye pain, enlarged tender lymph nodes, dizziness, sore throat, joint pains, headache, neck stiffness, nausea, vomiting, tiredness, disturbed mental functions and disorientation. |
Tests for West Nile Encephalitis
Tests on blood and the fluid around the brain are abnormal. |
Treatment for West Nile Encephalitis
No specific treatment or vaccine available.
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Complications of West Nile Encephalitis of its treatment
Rarely causes any long term problems. |
Likely Outcome of West Nile Encephalitis
Acute attack lasts for one to two weeks. Death uncommon. |
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