What Are Brain Infections? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
A brain infection takes place when an infecting agent enters the brain, brain coverings or tissues located in the immediate proximity. In case of infection of one of these regions, encephalitis (brain inflammation) or meningitis (inflammation of the membranes covering the brain and spinal cord) will be diagnosed. There are infections that come suddenly with severe symptoms and those that occur gradually. Proper medical care must be sought immediately because some of brain infections affect memory, movement and consciousness and other brain functions. What Causes Brain Infections? Brain infections can be caused by many infectious agents. The most common are: 1. Infections Viruse Viruses are common causes of encephalitis and meningitis. After infecting other parts of the body, some viruses can spread into the nervous system. Herpes viruses, enteroviruses and some mosquito or tick borne viruses are examples. 2. Bacterial Infections BThe bacteria can cause diseases such as bacterial mening...