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How long do you treat encephalitis?
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Viral encephalitis: Most cases of encephalitis are viral in origin. Except for herpes virus encephalitis, there are no medications that are useful. Treatment continuesfor as long as the patient has symptoms.
Answered 8/30/2013
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