Which diagnostic tools should be considered when diagnosing viral encephalitis? ... Typical lesions show hyperintensity on both T2-W and FLAIR images, and hypointensity on T1-W images.

Herpes Simplex Encephalitis: Flair axial MRIs. Note the abnormal (bright) signal in both temporal lobes (left image). Also note the involvement of the insula on the right side (middle image) and the ...

Psychiatric conditions, although less common than heart or metabolic issues, most strongly predict unfavourable outcomes in autoimmune encephalitis.

"We had these beautiful microscopy images that are so clear and you can see what ... The scientists hope doctors will trial acyclovir and an anti-inflammatory as a treatment for HSV-1 encephalitis.

Encephalitis occurs in about 15 people per 100,000 each year, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine, but doctors are unable to identify the cause behind up to 40% of cases.

Eastern equine encephalitis, also known as "Triple E," is a viral infection spread by mosquitoes. In severe cases, the virus can cause inflammation of the brain, which can be fatal.

Encephalitis is a relatively rare condition that causes inflammation of the brain. Initial symptoms usually include high temperature, headache and joint pain but as the infection progresses, more ...