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What is encephalitis? has anyone died of it?
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Brain infection: Encephalitis is an infection of brain substance. While it is usually associated with viral infections it can be caused by bacteria and fungi. Encephalitis can be mild or severe. Death can occur from encephalitis for example herpes virus, eastern equine and many others.
Answered 3/26/2015
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