What Is Autoimmune Encephalitis?
9. Diagnosis
In order to diagnose the condition, the doctor is likely to want to perform a brief physical exam. They are also likely to want to ask about the patient’s medical history and their symptoms. If autoimmune encephalitis is suspected then the patient will likely be referred to a specialist.
Tests are likely to be requested, including a lumbar puncture so the patient’s spinal fluid can be analyzed. This can help the experts to look for the antibodies that are responsible for attacking the brain’s cells. An MRI may also be requested, which will help to rule out other potential causes of the patient’s symptoms.
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