The central nervous system (CNS), which consists of the brain and spinal cord, contains a fluid called cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Some diseases can only be detected in this fluid. The method for detecting these diseases is called cerebrospinal fluid diagnosis. What is cerebrospinal fluid diagnostics? In the central nervous system (CNS), which consists of the … CSF Diagnostics: Treatment, Effects & Risks
A minimally conscious state (MCS) should not be confused with a waking coma, although the two conditions are very similar. Affected individuals appear temporarily awake because their eyes are open and movements as well as facial expression are present. A minimal state of consciousness can be temporary as well as permanent. What is a minimally … Minimally Conscious State: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Borrelia lymphocytomas are nodule-like thickenings on the skin. The bright red to blue-red swellings often indicate a Borrelia infection caused by a tick bite, but they can also be caused by viruses. The bulging skin thickenings are mainly caused by immigration of B and T lymphocytes and can be differentiated from malignant B-cell lymphomas by … Borrelia Lymphocytoma: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Synonyms in a broader sense Medical: Meningitis purulenta or meningitis serosa Meningitis Encephalitis Meningoencephalitis The term meningitis (inflammation of the meninges) describes an inflammation (-itis) of the meninges (meninges), which can be caused by very different pathogens. There are two forms of meningitis: purulent meningitis (purulent meningitis) is caused by bacteria. It is accompanied by … Meningitis symptoms and diagnosis
Liquor Diagnostics To detect meningitis, lumbar puncture and examination of the cerebrospinal fluid is an absolute standard procedure. However, the type of meningitis is reflected in the individual laboratory values. It is therefore important to know that meningitis can be caused by bacteria as well as viruses and fungi. Typical bacterial pathogens are meningococci, pneumococci, … Liquor Diagnostics | Meningitis symptoms and diagnosis
Early summer meningoencephalitis (TBE) is an infectious disease caused by TBE viruses. These, in turn, are mostly transmitted by ticks or wood ticks. Since in Germany about 5% of all ticks are infected with this virus, it is advisable to be vaccinated against early summer meningoencephalitis (FSME) and to cover the whole body with suitable … Early Summer Meningoencephalitis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Diseases caused by rickettsiae were common in ancient times. Also, for example, during Napoleon’s wars, more than 125,000 soldiers died from spotted fever transmitted by lice. Today, rickettsioses – infectious diseases caused by rickettsiae – often occur in the context of poverty and poor sanitation. What are rickettsial infections? Rickettsiae are gram-negative rod-shaped bacteria. They … Rickettsiae: Infection, Transmission & Diseases
Paralysis or multiple paralyses mostly refer to an inability to move various parts of the body, such as the arms and legs. This primarily involves paralysis of the muscles that allow the body’s motor skills to function. What are paralyses? The causes of paralysis are many and varied. However, the main causes are nerve inflammation, … Paralysis: Causes, Treatment & Help
During a cerebrospinal fluid examination, nerve fluid is removed from the spinal canal, usually by means of a lumbar puncture, and then examined. Analysis of the cerebrospinal fluid provides valuable diagnostic information compared with blood levels. What is a cerebrospinal fluid examination? During a cerebrospinal fluid examination, nerve fluid is removed from the spinal canal, … Cerebrospinal Fluid Testing: Treatment, Effects & Risks
The term cerebral edema refers to swelling (edema) of the brain that occurs when the brain increases in volume and pressure. There are many causes of cerebral edema. If it is not recognized and treated quickly enough, it can be life-threatening and lead to brain death. What is cerebral edema? The brain can swell as … Cerebral Edema: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Erythema chronicum migrans is the so-called “wandering redness,” a reddish circular rash that appears several days to weeks after a tick bite in the area of the bite site, spreads centrifugally outward, fading centrally, and is considered the first stage of Lyme disease. What is erythema chronicum migrans? Tick bites are among the few dangers … Erythema Chronicum Migrans: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Definition Varicella zoster virus (VZV), which also belongs to the group of herpes viruses, causes various neurological diseases. To be mentioned here are the: The zoster encephalitis is rare and in its clinical appearance hardly distinguishable from the herpes simplex encephalitis. Therapy is also high-dose with Aciclovir, the prognosis is corresponding. This topic might also … Varicella zoster virus (VZV)