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Encephalitis

Encephalitis is inflammation of the brain, often caused by a viral infection. There are several types of Encephalitis. Read about their symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

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Definition

Encephalitis is inflammation of the brain, often caused by a viral infection. There are several types of Encephalitis. Read about their symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

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Canonical title
Encephalitis
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Educational Resource
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Topic Overview
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Medical Encyclopedia Index Entry — full article under review.

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