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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Polioencephalitis | |||
| synonyms = | |||
| specialty = [[Neurology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Fever]], [[headache]], [[nausea]], [[vomiting]], [[stiff neck]], [[muscle weakness]] | |||
| complications = [[Paralysis]], [[respiratory failure]] | |||
| onset = | |||
| duration = | |||
| causes = [[Poliovirus]] infection | |||
| risks = Lack of [[vaccination]], [[immunocompromised]] state | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical diagnosis]], [[Lumbar puncture]], [[PCR]] testing | |||
| differential = [[Meningitis]], [[encephalitis]], [[Guillain-Barré syndrome]] | |||
| prevention = [[Polio vaccine]] | |||
| treatment = [[Supportive care]], [[physical therapy]] | |||
| medication = | |||
| prognosis = Variable, can lead to permanent [[disability]] | |||
| frequency = Rare in countries with high vaccination rates | |||
}} | |||
'''Polioencephalitis''' is a medical condition that involves inflammation of the brain due to a poliovirus infection. This condition is a rare complication of poliovirus infection and can lead to severe neurological symptoms and even death. | '''Polioencephalitis''' is a medical condition that involves inflammation of the brain due to a poliovirus infection. This condition is a rare complication of poliovirus infection and can lead to severe neurological symptoms and even death. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of polioencephalitis can vary widely, but often include [[fever]], [[headache]], [[vomiting]], [[stiff neck]], and [[seizures]]. In severe cases, patients may experience [[paralysis]], [[coma]], or [[death]]. | The symptoms of polioencephalitis can vary widely, but often include [[fever]], [[headache]], [[vomiting]], [[stiff neck]], and [[seizures]]. In severe cases, patients may experience [[paralysis]], [[coma]], or [[death]]. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Polioencephalitis is caused by the [[poliovirus]], a highly contagious virus that can be spread through contact with infected feces or respiratory droplets. The virus can invade the [[central nervous system]] and cause inflammation of the brain. | Polioencephalitis is caused by the [[poliovirus]], a highly contagious virus that can be spread through contact with infected feces or respiratory droplets. The virus can invade the [[central nervous system]] and cause inflammation of the brain. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of polioencephalitis is typically made based on the patient's symptoms and medical history. Laboratory tests, such as a [[lumbar puncture]] or [[brain imaging]], may also be used to confirm the diagnosis. | Diagnosis of polioencephalitis is typically made based on the patient's symptoms and medical history. Laboratory tests, such as a [[lumbar puncture]] or [[brain imaging]], may also be used to confirm the diagnosis. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for polioencephalitis is primarily supportive, as there is no specific antiviral treatment for poliovirus infection. This may include [[hospitalization]], [[respiratory support]], and [[pain management]]. | Treatment for polioencephalitis is primarily supportive, as there is no specific antiviral treatment for poliovirus infection. This may include [[hospitalization]], [[respiratory support]], and [[pain management]]. | ||
== Prevention == | == Prevention == | ||
Prevention of polioencephalitis involves vaccination against the poliovirus. The [[polio vaccine]] is highly effective at preventing poliovirus infection and its complications, including polioencephalitis. | Prevention of polioencephalitis involves vaccination against the poliovirus. The [[polio vaccine]] is highly effective at preventing poliovirus infection and its complications, including polioencephalitis. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Poliovirus]] | * [[Poliovirus]] | ||
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* [[Central nervous system]] | * [[Central nervous system]] | ||
* [[Inflammation]] | * [[Inflammation]] | ||
[[Category:Neurological disorders]] | [[Category:Neurological disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Infectious diseases]] | [[Category:Infectious diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Viral diseases]] | [[Category:Viral diseases]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 00:02, 4 April 2025
| Polioencephalitis | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Neurology |
| Symptoms | Fever, headache, nausea, vomiting, stiff neck, muscle weakness |
| Complications | Paralysis, respiratory failure |
| Onset | |
| Duration | |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Poliovirus infection |
| Risks | Lack of vaccination, immunocompromised state |
| Diagnosis | Clinical diagnosis, Lumbar puncture, PCR testing |
| Differential diagnosis | Meningitis, encephalitis, Guillain-Barré syndrome |
| Prevention | Polio vaccine |
| Treatment | Supportive care, physical therapy |
| Medication | |
| Prognosis | Variable, can lead to permanent disability |
| Frequency | Rare in countries with high vaccination rates |
| Deaths | N/A |
Polioencephalitis is a medical condition that involves inflammation of the brain due to a poliovirus infection. This condition is a rare complication of poliovirus infection and can lead to severe neurological symptoms and even death.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of polioencephalitis can vary widely, but often include fever, headache, vomiting, stiff neck, and seizures. In severe cases, patients may experience paralysis, coma, or death.
Causes[edit]
Polioencephalitis is caused by the poliovirus, a highly contagious virus that can be spread through contact with infected feces or respiratory droplets. The virus can invade the central nervous system and cause inflammation of the brain.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of polioencephalitis is typically made based on the patient's symptoms and medical history. Laboratory tests, such as a lumbar puncture or brain imaging, may also be used to confirm the diagnosis.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for polioencephalitis is primarily supportive, as there is no specific antiviral treatment for poliovirus infection. This may include hospitalization, respiratory support, and pain management.
Prevention[edit]
Prevention of polioencephalitis involves vaccination against the poliovirus. The polio vaccine is highly effective at preventing poliovirus infection and its complications, including polioencephalitis.
