What Is Viral Encephalitis?
7. Risk Factors
Encephalitis is a condition that can affect just about anybody. However, certain people will be more at risk from it than others are. This includes people that are ageing, and the very young. People that live in regions where certain insects are found are also at a higher risk of developing encephalitis.
People with weakened immune systems are also at a higher risk of the disease. This tends to include people that have HIV/AIDS or other diseases that suppress the immune system. People who are on medication to suppress their immune system after organ transplants are also at a higher risk.
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