10 Symptoms of Encephalitis

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Symptom #5: Memory Loss

We still have a lot to learn about how the brain works but we are beginning to get a better understanding of it. We have been able to identify how certain functions are affected when certain parts of the brain are damaged or affected in some other way. We also know that encephalitis can cause damage to the synapses and this can lead to memory loss and other problems.

Patients with encephalitis may find that they lose the ability to form new memories. This can be extremely confusing to them as it is difficult for them to understand where they are in terms of time. It has the potential to be devastating to the patient and to their families.

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