| Encephalitis Encephalitis (en sef * li"tis) is an inflammation of the brain, usually caused by a viral infection, but also occasionally caused by other organisms. Encephalitis viruses are often transmitted by various carriers, such as ticks and mosquitoes; this form of the disease is more common in tropical climates. Encephalitis can also occur as a complication of virus infections; for example, mumps, measles, herpes simplex, chickenpox, rabies, and some of the Coxsackie viruses can lead to encephalitis. Lead poisoning and allergic reactions may also lead to encephalitis. From: Rush World Book Medical Encyclopedia Some cases of cerbral palsy have been linked to inflamation of the brain caused by encephalitis. Web Resources for Encephalitis: NINDS Encephalitis and Meningitis Information Page Encephalitis - MEDLINEplus - National Institutes of Health Encephalitis - Postgraduate Medicine Encephalitis - Google Search |
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