Patient's question:
My daughter is five years old and has been running a low-grade fever that won't go away. She is suspected of having encephalitis and wants to undergo an MRI. Can an MRI provide a detailed examination for encephalitis?Doctor's answer:
MRI can be used to conduct a thorough examination of encephalitis. If a person has encephalitis, abnormal signals in the brain will reappear on an MRI, which can then be used to aid in diagnosis. If your child continues to experience low-grade fever, it is recommended to visit the hospital for a detailed cranial MRI to assess the condition of the brain. If encephalitis is detected, early treatment is necessary, as otherwise it may affect the child's brain development.