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What is the definition of Encephalitis Lethargica?
Encephalitis lethargica (EL) is a disease characterized by high fever, headache, double vision, delayed physical and mental response, extreme tiredness (lethargy), and sometimes coma. Patients may also experience abnormal eye movements, upper body weakness, muscle pain, tremors, neck rigidity, and behavioral changes including psychosis. A worldwide epidemic of EL occurred from 1917 to 1928 with more than one million reported cases. Although occasional cases are reported with similar symptoms, EL epidemics have not recurred. The cause of this condition is unknown, but a viral origin is suspected. Levodopa and other antiparkinson drugs may be effective in alleviating some symptoms.
What are the alternative names for Encephalitis Lethargica?
  • Encephalitis lethargica
  • Von Economo encephalitis
  • Von Economo’s disease
Who are the top Encephalitis Lethargica Local Doctors?
Elite in Encephalitis Lethargica
Francesco Brigo
Elite in Encephalitis Lethargica
Francesco Brigo
Bolzano, IT 

Francesco Brigo practices in Bolzano, Italy. Mr. Brigo is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis Lethargica. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Status Epilepticus, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Thrombectomy.

Kwame O. Dapaah-Afriyie
Dr. Kwame O. Dapaah-Afriyie
Internal Medicine
Dr. Kwame O. Dapaah-Afriyie
Internal Medicine

Lifespan Physician Group Inc

164 Summit Ave, 
Providence, RI 
401-793-7870
Languages Spoken:
English
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Kwame Dapaah-Afriyie is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Dapaah-Afriyie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis Lethargica. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Sepsis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

 
 
 
 
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Distinguished in Encephalitis Lethargica
Kenton Kroker
Distinguished in Encephalitis Lethargica
Kenton Kroker
Toronto, ON, CA 

Kenton Kroker practices in Toronto, Canada. Mr. Kroker is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalitis Lethargica. His top areas of expertise are Encephalitis Lethargica, Secondary Parkinsonism, Insomnia, and Parkinson's Disease.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center