Encephalitis has the potential to be life-threatening, depending on the individual circumstances. Rapid diagnosis and early treatment of encephalitis initiation are crucial because the severity of symptoms and outcomes can vary dramatically between different people with this condition. It is difficult to reliably predict how it might impact somebody.
What are the Treatments of Encephalitis Disease?
When it is mild, treatment of encephalitis often includes:
- Rest
- Staying well hydrated
- Anti-inflammatory medications like Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen, or Naproxen to alleviate headaches and fever
Encephalitis stemming from certain viruses requires targeted antiviral therapy. Commonly used antiviral drugs include Acyclovir, Ganciclovir, or Foscarnet. Some insect-transmitted viruses may not respond to these treatments, but doctors may still recommend Acyclovir right away before they can identify the specific virus to provide relief to patients. Prompt Acyclovir treatment can be crucial for effectively treating potentially serious HSV encephalitis complications. Typically, antiviral drugs do not have life-threatening effects. However, rare side effects, like kidney damage, are possible and may happen.
Hospitalised individuals with severe encephalitis may need additional supportive care, such as:
- Breathing support and organ function monitoring
- Intravenous fluids for hydration and mineral balance
- Anti-inflammatory steroids to decrease brain swelling
- Anticonvulsants like Phenytoin to control seizures
If complications occur, follow-up rehabilitative encephalitis therapy can include:
- Cognitive and memory rehabilitation
- Physical therapy for strength, coordination and mobility
- Occupational therapy for everyday activity skills and adaptive tools
- Speech therapy for verbal communication abilities
- Psychotherapy for mood, behaviours or personality changes
Conclusion
Encephalomyelitis treatment can be medically and financially draining. Health insurance plays a vital role by covering hospitalisation costs, diagnostic tests, medications, rehabilitation services, and other medical care. Having health insurance lifts the financial burden that this unpredictable disease can bring.
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