Encephalitis in Children
Encephalitis is an inflammation (iritation and swelling) in the brain. Unlike cerebral abscess which is localized and caused by bacteria or fungi, encephalitis is usually caused by virus and the infection is more extensive.2 Several viruses, including enteroviruses, mumps virus, and lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus, produce mild encephalitis. Severe encephalitis is caused primarily by HSV and [...]