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Subacute Sclerosing Panencephalitis
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Synonyms
- Panencephalitis, Subacute Sclerosing
- SSPE
- Dawson's Disease
- Dawson's Encephalitis
Disorder Subdivisions
- None
General Discussion
Subacute sclerosing panencephalitis (SSPE) is a progressive neurological disorder characterized by inflammation of the brain (encephalitis). The disease may develop due to reactivation of the measles virus or an inappropriate immune response to the measles virus. SSPE usually develops 2 to 10 years after the original viral attack. Initial symptoms may include memory loss, irritability, seizures, involuntary muscle movements, and/or behavioral changes, leading to neurological deterioration.
Resources
Transverse Myelitis Association
1787 Sutter Parkway
Powell
OH
43065-8806
USA
Tel: (614)766-1806
ssiegel@myelitis.org
http://www.myelitis.org
NIH/National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
6610 Rockledge Drive
MSC 6612
Bethesda
MD
20892-6612
Tel: (301)496-5717
Fax: (301)402-3573
TDD: (800)877-8339
http://www.niaid.nih.gov/
Encephalitis Global
1638 Pierard Road
North Vancouver
British Columbia
Intl
V7J 1Y2
Canada
Tel: 604-980-2236
Fax: 6049040809
admin@encephalitisglobal.org
http://www.encephalitisglobal.org
Encephalitis Society
7B Saville Street
Malton, North Yorkshire
YO17 7LL
UK
Tel: 44 (0) 1652 625 583
mail@encephalitis.info
http://www.encephalitis.info
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This disease entry is based upon medical information available through the date at the end of the topic. Since NORD's resources are limited, it is not possible to keep every entry in the Rare Disease Database completely current and accurate. Please check with the agencies listed in the Resources section for the most current information about this disorder.
For additional information and assistance about rare disorders, please contact the National Organization for Rare Disorders at P.O. Box 1968, Danbury, CT 06813-1968; phone (203) 744-0100; web site www.rarediseases.org or email orphan@rarediseases.org
Last Updated: 9/17/2007
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