Is Renal Reflux Related To Scleroses?

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Definition

Subacute sclerosing panencephalitis (SSPE) is a progressive, debilitating, and deadly brain disorder related to measles (rubeola) infection.


Alternative Names

SSPE; Subacute sclerosing leukoencephalitis; Dawsons encephalitis


Causes, incidence, and risk factors

Ordinarily, the measles virus does not cause brain damage, but an abnormal immune response to measles or, possibly, certain mutant forms of the virus may cause severe illness and death. This leads to brain inflammation (swelling and...

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