Brain Abscesses
A brain abscess is a pus-filled swelling in the brain that typically occurs when bacteria or fungi enter the brain tissue after an infection or severe head injury. A brain abscess can be life-threatening and must be treated promptly.
Symptoms
Symptoms vary depending on the location of the brain abscess but may include:
- Headache
- Nausea and vomiting
- Fever
- In rare cases, neurological symptoms may also be present
Treatment
Treatment includes antibiotics and close monitoring. In some cases, the abscess may need to be drained or removed surgically if:
- Pressure in the brain continues to build
- The abscess does not respond to medication
- The abscess contains gas
- There is a risk that the abscess might burst
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