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Can people infected with herpes die of encephalitis?

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Dr. Seth Zeidman answered

Specializes in Neurosurgery

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

Dr Waghmarae agreed

Answered 7/5/2012

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