Mycoplasma encephalitis

Mycoplasma encephalitis is a rare brain infection caused by the bacterium Mycoplasma pneumoniae. It is marked by an acute onset of neurological signs such as altered consciousness, seizures, headaches, stiff neck (meningeal signs), and behavioral changes. Before the neurological symptoms appear, people often experience general symptoms like fever, nausea, vomiting, and fatigue. Many also have a recent history of a respiratory tract infection, such as pneumonia, bronchiolitis, or pharyngitis, which may be linked to the onset of this encephalitis.

People with this condition may have neurological signs including changes in consciousness, seizures, headaches, and signs of irritation around the brain. They often also experience non-specific symptoms such as fever, nausea, vomiting, and fatigue prior to the onset of the more serious neurological symptoms.

Mycoplasma encephalitis is caused by a bacterial infection from Mycoplasma pneumoniae. A history of respiratory infections, like pneumonia or bronchiolitis, is common among people with this condition.

Information about treatment is currently limited for this condition.

Information about prognosis is currently limited for this condition.

Information about current research and future directions is currently limited for this condition.