Question 1

is herpes encephalitis contagious?

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Not really: Herpes virus types 1 and 2 are contagious, mainly by direct contact with an infected person's sores. A never-infected person, without protective antibodies, could catch herpes from a patient with herpes encephalitis, but he would likely just get a typical herpes infection and future recurrences of sores. It is very unlikely that he would get herpes encephalitis, because encephalitis is quite rare.

Question 2

is herpes encephalitis a contagious  diseases?

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Depends on situation: The transmission of the herpes simplex virus  is possible from active skin or mucous membrane sores if present. If none are present, the child is not considered contagious. A close examination of all skin surfaces should be done frequently in the early treatment phase as these can be elusive. Good hand washing &   contact isolation will limit any spread from active lesions.

Question 3

could you tell me what herpes encephalitis is?

Accepted Answer

Invasion by germ: This is a sad complication of newborns who are passed herpes virus during delivery. Within 2-3 weeks the virus has invaded their brain tissue causing severe damage, alteration of consciousness and sometimes death.Even if caught early, the infection can produce swiss cheese like holes in normal brain tissue. Older folks can get a more localized form.

Question 4

what kind of precautions for herpes encephalitis?

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Keep risk low: Once a person has herpes labialis they are susceptible to herpes encephalitis should their immune system fail.  Hiv infection compromises the immune system.  Most people will not get this devastating condition.

Question 5

what are the signs and symptoms of herpes encephalitis?

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Herpes encephalitis.: Is certainly one of the most common and most treatable causes of viral encephalitis in the usa.  It presents with fever, headache, nausea, confusion leading to coma.  Early consideration based on. Clinical grounds, brain imaging and spinal fluid exam with prompt empiric treatment with Acyclovir can dramatically decrease the death rate and residual symptoms.

Question 6

could my baby(6 months old)get infected  of herpes encephalitis from her cousin( 4 months old)  only to with her?

Accepted Answer

Transmitted at birth: It is most likely the 4m cousin acquired the germ from her mother during direct contact during labor or delivery. The germ transfers to baby & sets up in the system, gaining access to the blood & then moving to the brain. It is unlikely that your child could get the illness in any form during a simple visit to the other child's home. It is not passed in the air.

Question 7

what precautions are required for health care workers when treating patients with herpes encephalitis?

Accepted Answer

Contact precautions: Use contact precautions, as herpes simplex is contagious mainly by contact with an infected person's sores. A never-infected person, without protective antibodies, could catch herpes from a patient with herpes encephalitis, but he would likely just get a typical herpes infection and future recurrences of sores. It is very unlikely that he would get encephalitis, because encephalitis is quite rare.

Question 8

i have a lot of fever blisters in my nose and a headache from them. i'm scared of developing herpes encephalitis. is it rare?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but have you: had a doctor determine that it is Herpes Simplex 1 ? If not, do so &amp; discuss taking Valtrex (valacyclovir) to lessen symptoms of intranasal herpes. The incidence of Herpes Simplex 1 Encephalitis in adults in the U.S. is 2/million.

Question 9

can people infected with herpes die of encephalitis?

Accepted Answer

No: Most people with herpes do not develop encephalitis - it can occur but is rare.

Question 10

are antiviral medications successful in fighting herpes induced encephalitis?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Antiviral medications such as Acyclovir or gancyclovir can be successful in treating herpes encephalitis, especially if started early in the illness. Anti-seizure medications and corticosteroids are added to the treatment plan, if necessary.

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