CNS Infections Treatment & Care — BHARGAV NEURO CARE
🧠 CNS Infections
📌 What are CNS Infections?
Central Nervous System (CNS) infections are serious infections that affect the brain and spinal cord.
They can cause inflammation, swelling, and damage to nervous tissue, leading to severe neurological complications if not treated quickly.
Early diagnosis and treatment are critical to prevent long-term damage or life-threatening complications.
⚡ Common Causes
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Bacterial infections — Meningitis, Tubercular meningitis, Brain abscess
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Viral infections — Encephalitis, Herpes simplex virus, Japanese encephalitis
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Fungal infections — Cryptococcal meningitis (especially in immunocompromised patients)
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Parasitic infections — Neurocysticercosis, Toxoplasmosis
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Spread from nearby infections (ear, sinus, dental)
⚠️ Signs & Symptoms
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Severe headache
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High fever with chills
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Stiff neck and sensitivity to light
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Nausea, vomiting
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Confusion or altered mental status
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Seizures or fits
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Weakness or paralysis
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Drowsiness or loss of consciousness
🩺 Diagnosis
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Neurological examination
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Lumbar puncture (CSF analysis)
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Brain imaging (MRI / CT scan)
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Blood cultures and lab tests to find the cause
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EEG if seizures are present
💊 Treatment & Management
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Immediate hospitalization and monitoring
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Intravenous antibiotics or antiviral medications depending on cause
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Steroids to reduce brain swelling
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Anti-seizure medicines if fits occur
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Supportive care — fluids, oxygen, fever control
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Rehabilitation for neurological complications after recovery
💛 Preventive Measures
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Routine childhood vaccinations (MMR, Hib, etc.)
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Avoid mosquito bites (to prevent viral encephalitis)
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Proper hygiene and food safety
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Prompt treatment of nearby infections (ear, sinus, throat)
