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Encephalitis: Mayo Clinic

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Description

Encephalitis refers to brain inflammation resulting from a viral infection. Seeing your doctor and receiving timely treatment is important because the course of the encephalitis is unpredictable. Learn to recognize the signs and symptoms of encephalitis, and read this prevention tips.

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Review Date

6/8/2012