Anti-NMDA receptor encephalitis

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Summary

A form of encephalitis that occurs when the immune system attacks NMDA receptors in the brain, resulting in brain swelling and disruption of signaling pathways.

(Global Autoimmune Institute, 2023)

Symptoms

Confusion, hallucinations, delusional thinking, disinhibited behaviors, speech dysfunction, memory deficits, seizures, movement disorders, autonomic dysfunction, sleep disorders, and flu-like symptoms.

(Global Autoimmune Institute, 2023)

Diagnostic Criteria

Under Investigation

Diagnostic Tests

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Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) Associations

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Tissue-Type or Cell-Type Attacked

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Attacking Immune Cell Type or Process

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Treatment Modality

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Managing Specialist(s)

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Associated Infections

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Associated Toxins

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Research Authors

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Research Institutions

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Average Time from Symptom Onset to Diagnosis

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Last Updated

January 05, 2023

References

Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis. Global Autoimmune Insistute. (2023). Retrieved January 05, 2023, from https://www.autoimmuneinstitute.org/anti-nmda-receptor-encephalitis/