In Brain Fever, the internationally renowned medical scientist, Richard Moxon FRS, shares his experiences of bacterial meningitis, a fearful and devastating infection of the brain. In a clear, non-technical style, he explains what meningitis is, what causes it, who gets it and how research has come up with vaccines that can prevent it. Encephalitis is a rare, serious brain infection with many possible causes. Its physical symptoms typically ease with hospital care and medications. But its effects on brain functioning can linger, affecting everyday life. Encephalitis is a brain inflammation that occurs due to an infection such as a virus or bacteria, medication or immune system malfunction. Encephalitis is a rare, often serious condition that requires timely care. Encephalitis causes physical symptoms like fever, headaches and neck pain.
