Encephalitis
Also called Inflammation of brain tissue
NeurologyInfectious DiseaseImportant
Acute inflammation of the brain parenchyma, usually viral, presenting with fever, headache, altered consciousness, and focal neurological deficits.
Korean
뇌염
주로 바이러스 감염으로 인한 뇌 실질의 급성 염증; 발열·두통·의식 변화·경련이 특징.
French
Encéphalite
Inflammation aiguë du parenchyme cérébral, généralement virale ; se manifeste par fièvre, céphalée, altération de la conscience et déficits neurologiques focaux.
Word parts
encephal/oRoot(Greek) Brain-itisSuffix(Greek) Inflammation