Summer Encephalitis
📋Overview
Summer Encephalitis represents a legacy classification for viral encephalitis cases that occur primarily during the summer season. This term historically identified neurological inflammation resulting from various arboviruses, which are viruses transmitted to humans through the bites of infected mosquitoes or ticks. Common examples include Japanese encephalitis, St. Louis encephalitis, and West Nile virus. Symptoms often include high fever, headache, neck stiffness, and altered mental status. Modern medical practice typically classifies these conditions by the specific causative agent rather than the season of occurrence.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0014057Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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