Ways To Treat Encephalitis

Get Breathing Assistance

If a patient is hospitalized due to severe encephalitis, they may need supportive care. The type of supportive care necessary depends on the exact symptoms they're experiencing. Inflammation can affect the brain in different ways. Since the brain controls every aspect of the body, symptoms vary widely in presentation and severity. When patients are having trouble breathing, they may need to get breathing assistance. This could include breathing machines along with monitoring of breathing and monitoring of heart function. Breathing assistance is typically necessary if an encephalitis patient is experiencing muscle weakness, paralysis, or a loss of sensation affecting their ability to take in air. Some patients may need breathing assistance after a loss of consciousness.

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