Encephalitis - DrGreene.com Most children with viral encephalitis recover completely with no complications, but sometimes the results are devastating.
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What is Encephalitis? Encephalitis is a term used to describe inflammation of the brain. This condition causes problems with the brain and spinal cord function. The inflammation causes the brain to swell, which leads to changes in the child's neurologic condition, including mental confusion and seizures.