How Do You Spell CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM VIRAL DISEASES?
Pronunciation: [sˈɛntɹə͡l nˈɜːvəs sˈɪstəm vˈa͡ɪ͡əɹə͡l dɪzˈiːzɪz] (IPA) 
Pronunciation: [sˈɛntɹə͡l nˈɜːvəs sˈɪstəm vˈa͡ɪ͡əɹə͡l dɪzˈiːzɪz] (IPA)
Central Nervous System (CNS) Viral Diseases refer to a group of medical conditions caused by the invasion and infection of viruses in the central nervous system, which includes the brain and spinal cord. The central nervous system is responsible for coordinating and regulating various bodily functions, such as movement, sensation, and cognition. When the CNS is infected by a viral pathogen, it can lead to a range of neurological symptoms and complications.
These viral diseases primarily affect the CNS, leading to inflammation of the brain (encephalitis), spinal cord (myelitis), or both (encephalomyelitis). Common viral agents responsible for CNS infections include herpes simplex virus, varicella-zoster virus, enteroviruses (such as poliovirus and coxsackievirus), arboviruses (such as West Nile virus and Japanese encephalitis virus), and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
Symptoms of CNS viral diseases vary depending on the specific virus involved and the region of the CNS affected. Common symptoms include fever, headache, neck stiffness, confusion, seizures, paralysis, muscle weakness, sensory deficits, and altered consciousness. The severity and progression of symptoms can also vary widely, from mild and self-limiting to severe and life-threatening.
Diagnosis of CNS viral diseases typically involves a combination of clinical examination, medical history assessment, blood tests, and, if necessary, cerebrospinal fluid analysis and neuroimaging studies. Treatment mainly focuses on supportive care, such as pain management, prevention of complications, and addressing specific symptoms. Antiviral medications may be prescribed in certain cases, depending on the causative virus.
Prevention of CNS viral diseases is crucial and can be achieved through vaccination against viruses like poliovirus and varicella-z
