Infections of the Central Nervous System (CNS) comprise meningitis (affecting the meninges), encephalitis (affecting brain parenchyma) and myelitis (affecting the spinal cord) or abscess (pus collection with in the brain parenchyma). Bacteria, fungi and viruses are the most common causes of CNS infections.
Central Nervous System Infections
What is Central Nervous System Infections?
What are the symptoms of CNS infection?
- Fever
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Stiff neck
- Lethargy (exhaustion)
- Confusion
- Drowsiness
- Coma
- Seizures
- Irritability
- Sensitivity to light
How is CNS infection diagnosed?
How is CNS infection treated?
Medications
- Antibiotics, Antiviral, Antifungal, Antitubercular agents depending on the etiology
- Corticosteroids - to reduce brain inflammation
- Anticonvulsants - to prevent or stop seizures
- Sedatives - for restlessness, aggressiveness, and irritability
- Intravenous fluids – to maintain hydration
- Analgesic and Anti-inflammatory
Surgical