Snaayu Neurosciences gives you best neurosurgeon treatment for the CNS infections. If you are survive from CNS Infection don’t waste your time and make an appointment with us. The central nervous system (CNS) is the part of the body’s nervous system that includes the brain and spinal cord. It controls most functions of the body and mind. An infection of the central nervous system can be a life-threatening condition, especially for children with weakened immune systems. These infections need quick diagnosis and immediate treatment by an infectious disease specialist. . Bacteria, fungi and viruses are the most common causes of CNS infections. Central nervous system infections caused by bacteria or fungi can cause illnesses such as: Brain abscesses. This is a collection of pus and infected tissue within the brain. Bacterial meningitis.
Clinical syndromes of CNS infection
1. Acute meningitis: seen in bacterial and viral infections with acute onset of fever, headache, vomiting, meningismus, altered mental status; rapid progression over hours to days.
2. Subacute or chronic meningitis: seen in tuberculous or fungal infections with gradual onset, low-grade fever; progression over weeks
3. Acute encephalitis: caused by viruses with 2 forms of clinical presentation: a) Diffuse: altered mental status and b) Focal: tropism of virus for specific location.
