Encephalitis due to Schistosoma haematobium (Q93797)
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An inflammatory process of the brain, frequently with evidence of meningeal involvement, due to infection by schistosoma haematobium. The clinical manifestations are acute or subacute, with fever and variable combinations of convulsions, impaired mental state, and focal deficits. The spinal fluid may show a cellular reaction and elevated protein. Diagnosis is by neuroimaging, spinal fluid analysis, serologic tests, and biopsy.
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| English | Encephalitis due to Schistosoma haematobium |
An inflammatory process of the brain, frequently with evidence of meningeal involvement, due to infection by schistosoma haematobium. The clinical manifestations are acute or subacute, with fever and variable combinations of convulsions, impaired mental state, and focal deficits. The spinal fluid may show a cellular reaction and elevated protein. Diagnosis is by neuroimaging, spinal fluid analysis, serologic tests, and biopsy. |
