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Successful Recovery from HHV-6 Encephalitis in an Immunocompetent Child.

Authors :
Mehta, Vaidehi
Jain, Suhani
Dey, Meenakshi
Shah, Ira
Source :
Pediatric Oncall Journal. Jul-Sep2024, Vol. 21 Issue 3, p1-4. 4p. 2 Diagrams.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The article discusses a case of successful recovery from HHV-6 encephalitis in a 2-year-old immunocompetent child. The child presented with fever, altered sensorium, aphasia, and neck stiffness, and was diagnosed with HHV-6 encephalitis through CSF analysis and MRI. Treatment included antibiotics, antivirals, IVIG, and methylprednisolone, leading to a full recovery without neurological deficits. The article emphasizes the importance of considering viral etiology in pediatric meningoencephalitis cases and prompt treatment for positive outcomes. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
09730966
Volume :
21
Issue :
3
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Pediatric Oncall Journal
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
180541843
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.7199/ped.oncall.2024.49