Coronavirus and encephalitis

This is our homepage for all information about Covid-19 (Coronavirus) and encephalitis.

We have been updating supporters since March 2020, sharing information about the pandemic, factsheets and updates from the Encephalitis Society.

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£2.3m study to investigate neurological effects of COVID-19

A £2.3 million study will investigate the neurological or neuropsychiatric effects of COVID-19 Read more

Covid-19 and encephalitis research

COVID-19 research papers Read more

Covid-19 podcasts

Our podcasts regularly look at the impact of COVID-19 on encephalitis, neurology, health and wellbeing. Read more

Covid-19 surveillance programmes

Can you help? Physicians are needed to describe the neurological features of their Covid-19 patients. Read more

COVID-19 vaccination statement

A statement from the Encephalitis Society in relation to the COVID-19 Vaccine. Developed in collaboration with our Scientific Advisory Panel Read more

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NMDAR antibody encephalitis

NMDAR antibody encephalitis is an autoimmune disease that causes psychiatric features, confusion, memory loss and seizures followed by a movement disorder, loss of consciousness and changes in blood pressure, heart rate and temperature.
Herpes Simplex virus encephalitis

Herpes simplex encephalitis is a type of infectious encephalitis which happens when herpes simplex virus (HSV) enters the brain. Usually, it begins with ‘flu-like’ symptoms followed by neurological deterioration, which may include personality and behavioural changes, seizures, weakness and difficulties in communication.
What is encephalitis?

Encephalitis is an inflammation of the brain caused by an infection or through the immune system attacking the brain in error.
Guidelines for recovery

No two people with encephalitis have the same outcomes. People recover at different paces. Recovery can be helped by having lots of rest, good nutrition, helpful social network and support from professionals.
Limbic encephalitis

The term ‘limbic encephalitis’ (LE) describes the condition when limbic areas of the brain are inflamed (swollen) and consequently not functioning properly. Most forms of LE fall into two main categories: infectious encephalitis and autoimmune encephalitis.
Death from encephalitis

Encephalitis is a serious neurological condition and unfortunately, despite improvements in specific and more supportive treatments such as excellent intensive care management, encephalitis still has a high mortality (death) rate.
West Nile encephalitis

West Nile encephalitis is a type of infectious encephalitis caused by West Nile virus. People usually become infected after being bitten by a mosquito, which has fed on an infected bird.
Encephalitis: after-effects, recovery and rehabilitation

This booklet provides key information about the type of issues that people may have after encephalitis, why rehabilitation/support from professionals and families are important and what options for self-help are available.
Emotional and behavioural changes

Following encephalitis, some people may experience emotional and behavioural changes including low mood, increased anxiety, depression, mood swings, frustration, aggression, impulsivity, disinhibition, and/or poor emotional regulation.
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Our Support Service is here to help you with any questions about encephalitis, recovery and rehabilitation or emotional support.