Japanese encephalitis

Encephalitis is an inflammation of the brain. Usually the cause is a viral infection, but bacteria can also cause it. It can be mild or severe. Most cases are mild. You may have flu-like symptoms. With a mild case, you may just need rest, plenty of fluids, and a pain reliever.Severe cases need immediate treatment. Symptoms of severe cases includeSevere headacheSudden feverDrowsiness VomitingConfusionSeizuresIn babies, additional symptoms may include constant crying, poor feeding, body stiffness, and bulging in the soft spots of the skull.Severe cases may require a stay in the hospital. Treatments include oral and intravenous (IV) medicines to reduce inflammation and treat infection. Patients with breathing difficulties may need artificial respiration. Some people may need physical, speech, and occupational therapy once the illness is under control. NIH: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke

Disease Alternative Name

encephalitis

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Dr. Parvez Alam

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11 yrs/M having these type lesions on his body Ever since he got the Japanese encephalitis vaccine Plz suggest ur valuab...See More

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Dr. Raquib Parwez

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Is this normal dermatological reaction of JAPANESE ENCEPHALITIS VACCINE ??

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Dr. Rajeev Gupta

JAPANESE ENCEPHALITIS VACCINE TWO DOSE OR ONE DOSE ?

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Dr. Shofique Anowar

General Practice

### Can anybody please outline the drug treatment for- (1) Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever (DHF) / Dengue Shock Syndrome (DSS) (2) Japanese Encephalitis. Urgent help is needed. Kindly comment.

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Dr. Ashok Pareek

Pediatrics

10 years male child admitted 07 days back with short history of fever 03 days back with convulsions and unconscious 1 day convulsions were GTC , GCS on admission was 5 ,loaded with gardenal and stat dose lorazepam ,convulsions stop ,fever w...See More

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Dr. Prakash Mohapatra

Homeopathic Materia Medica including applied aspects (Homeopathy)

Dear Drs, please suggest med and let's hv a brief discussion about Japanese encephalitis, Because hundreds of children died by this disease and thousands are admitted in hospital and struggling to save their lives.

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