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Why can Powassan virus disease affect the nervous system?
In a minority of infections the virus causes meningitis or encephalitis, requiring urgent specialist assessment and supportive care.
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In a minority of infections the virus causes meningitis or encephalitis, requiring urgent specialist assessment and supportive care.
Use it in context
Vectors and pathogens vary geographically, so exposure history and regional clinical assessment are essential.
Practical next step
This article is educational and cannot diagnose, exclude or treat illness. Use NHS 111, a GP, emergency services or the corresponding local service according to symptom severity.