Japanese Encephalitis

Japanese encephalitis is an infection of the brain caused by a virus spread by the bite of a mosquito. It often causes fever and body aches, then progresses to infection of the brain. The infection is more common in rural areas, especially around pig farms.

Prevention

Japanese encephalitis is prevented with a vaccine and by prevention of mosquito bites (see malaria prevention).

Treatment

There is no treatment for Japanese encephalitis, only supportive care; therefore, vaccination is important.

Clinic Hours

• Sunday – Friday                                         8:00 am – 8:00 pm

• Saturday                                                     Emergency Department (24 hrs)

Mission Hospital

430 Pitsanuloke Road, Dusit, Bangkok, 10300, Thailand

Callcenter: +66 (0) 2-282-1100

Fax: +66 (0) 2-280-0441

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www.mission-hospital.org