Secondary Mania: An Uncommon Late Sequelae of Herpes Simplex Encephalitis
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Herpes simplex encephalitis is associated with marked psychological disturbances both in the acute phase and as a chronic sequelae. Mania has been reported as an acute phase manifestation of HSE, but not as long term consequence. Here we report two cases of mania developing as a long term complication of HSE, in the absence of any other predisposing factor. The possible mechanisms underlying the development of secondary mania as a long term consequence of this condition are discussed (German J Psychiatry 2005;8:94-97).
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