| Definition
|
Inflammation of the
brain which can be infectious. |
| Season
|
Depends upon the
cause. |
| Susceptibility
|
Children are quite
susceptible. |
| Symptoms
|
| 1. |
Fever, drowsiness,
headache. |
| 2. |
Any neurological
impairment. |
| 3. |
Coma at a late stage. |
|
| Causative
Factors |
| 1. |
Bacteria or viral. |
| 2. |
Can occur as a
complication after measles vaccination. |
|
| Transmission
|
| 1. |
Varies on the cause. |
| 2. |
Some viruses can be
transmitted through insects. |
|
| Incubation
Period |
Varies depending on
the cause. |
