leukoencephalitis
/ˌluːkoʊɛnˌsɛfəˈlaɪtɪs/
noun
- Inflammation of the white matter of the brain, often caused by infection or an autoimmune response.
- The patient was diagnosed with leukoencephalitis after showing signs of confusion and fever.
- Treatment for leukoencephalitis focuses on reducing inflammation and managing symptoms.
- Viral infections can sometimes lead to leukoencephalitis in children.