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Encephalitis is inflammation of the brain tissue. It's most often caused by viral infections. In some cases, bacterial infections can also cause encephalitis.
Symptoms of Encephalitis. Clinical signs of encephalitis depend on the area of the brain that is affected. Symptoms typically appear suddenly and are rapidly progressive. If the forebrain is involved, there can be seizures, blindness, behavior changes, depression, and circling.