Bakteeriencefalitia
Bakteeriencefalitia is a term used to describe inflammation of the brain caused by a bacterial infection. This condition is also known as bacterial meningitis when the infection specifically affects the meninges, the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. However, the term Bakteeriencefalitia can also refer to direct bacterial invasion of brain tissue, leading to encephalitis.
The onset of Bakteeriencefalitia can be rapid and severe. Symptoms often include high fever, stiff neck, severe
Diagnosis typically involves a lumbar puncture to obtain cerebrospinal fluid for analysis, which can identify the