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Brain Abscess

Definition

A brain abscess is a collection of immune cells, pus, and other material in the brain, usually from a bacterial or fungal infection.

Symptoms

Symptoms may develop slowly, over a period of 2 weeks, or they may develop suddenly. They may include:

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