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The influence of influenza on memory and brain activity

Influenza is an acute infectious disease that affects both the upper and lower respiratory tract, the causative agent of which is the virus.

The lesion of the brain for viral infections caused mainly by influenza viruses, paragricpp, adenoviruses is more common than primary viral encephalitis.

Influenza can be difficult, leading to the development of encephalitis. Neurotoxicosis is combined with inflammation in the membranes of the brain. In the acute stage of the disease, motor, sensitive disorders, deafening consciousness appear on 3-7 days. Stunning can be replaced by excitement with frauds of perception, and then - vibrations of mood, dysmnesia, asthenia.

The causes of damage to the nervous system for influenza are impaired microcirculation and the effect of toxins on the nerve cells. This complication is typical of toxic forms and can complicate the course of the disease in any period, violating the work of the central or peripheral parts of the nervous system. With meningoencephalitis, depressive-paranoid, delirious symptoms may occur.

The negative consequences of memory disorders after the disease are subject to, primarily older patients. Older people suffer from memory disorders and attention more often, since they have age -related changes in the content of neurotransmitters responsible for the cognitive functions of the brain.

Information is intended for medical and pharmaceutical workers. This information cannot serve as a replacement for a doctor’s consultation.

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