Overview
Subacute sclerosing panencephalitis (SSPE) is a brain disorder. It progresses and is typically fatal. An abnormal reaction by your immune system to the measles virus, or rubeola, is likely the cause. It causes inflammation, swelling, and irritation of your brain. It may occur years after you recover from the measles.
SSPE is a rare disease. It usually occurs in children and adolescents, and it’s more common in males than females. In the Unites States, where young children routinely receive the measles vaccine, the incidence of SSPE
If you contract the measles, you won’t necessarily develop SSPE. In fact, most people who get the measles never develop SSPE. Experts are still studying why SSPE develops. Many believe that it’s caused an abnormal immune response to the measles virus or possibly mutated forms of the virus.
If you develop SSPE, you may experience:
- gradual changes in your behavior
- unusual behavior
- a decrease in your cognitive and social abilities
- difficulty completing schoolwork or work
- dementia
- lethargy
- muscle spasms or jerking
- 紧张或lax muscles
- weakness in both legs
- an unsteady gait
- seizures
- a coma
如果你正在经历的癫痫发作,你需要precautions to avoid injuries that may occur during them.
After asking about your medical history, your doctor will check for the following signs of SSPE:
- damage to your optic nerve
- damage to the retinas in your eyes
- muscle twitching
- poor performance on movement and coordination tests
Your doctor may also request additional tests or procedures, such as:
- an electroencephalogram
- an MRI
- a spinal tap
- a serum antibody titer, which is a blood test to check for a previous measles infection
No cure is available for SSPE. However, your doctor can prescribe some antiviral drugs that may slow the progression of your condition. They may also prescribe anticonvulsant drugs to control seizures. According to
The only way to prevent SSPE is to get the measles vaccine. According to the
If you haven’t received the immunization, ask your doctor about the measles vaccine. In addition to preventing SSPE, it can also help you avoid contracting measles. The measles virus can cause:
- diarrhea
- pneumonia
- inflammation of your brain
Measles can even cause death. Getting the vaccine is a simple and safe way to keep yourself safe.