What is another word for Rasmussen Encephalitis?

Pronunciation: [ɹˈazmʌsən ɛnsˌɛfɐlˈa͡ɪtɪs] (IPA)

Rasmussen Encephalitis, also known as Chronic Focal Encephalitis, is a rare and debilitating neurological disorder that affects the brain's cortex. The condition is characterized by ongoing inflammation, seizures, and progressive neurological deterioration on one side of the brain. Synonyms for Rasmussen Encephalitis include chronic focal encephalitis, focal cortical dysplasia Type IIb, and hemispheric encephalitis. This disease primarily occurs in children and young adults, and there is currently no cure. Treatment includes medication to control seizures and, in some cases, surgery to remove the affected part of the cortex or a hemispherectomy to remove the entire affected hemisphere. Being aware of these synonyms helps in identification and treatment of the disorder.

Synonyms for Rasmussen encephalitis:

What are the hypernyms for Rasmussen encephalitis?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    autoimmune disorder, brain disorder, Neurodegenerative Disease, intractable epilepsy, Cerebral Inflammation, Chronic acquired encephalopathy, Chronic inflammatory brain disease, neurological condition.

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