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Herpes Simplex Encephalitis
A serious viral disorder characterized by infection of the brain by herpes simplex virus type 1 or 2. Herpes simplex virus type 1 affects adults, whereas herpes simplex virus type 2 affects newborns. Signs and symptoms include fever, headaches, vomiting, seizures and psychiatric manifestations. (NCI Thesaurus)
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