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Herpes Encephalitis - Both Herpes simplex Type 1 and Type 2 can cause encephalitis. HSV-1 is the more common cause of adult encephalitis and HSV-2, is the more common cause of encephalitis in the newborn. Most cases are thought to be due to a reactivation of latent HSV-1 infection. Herpes simplex encephalitis mainly affects the frontal and temporal cortexes and also the limbic system. Other herpes viruses may cause encephalitis but much less frequently than Herpes Simplex - however CMV encephalitis should be considered in those with immunodeficiency.
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