Brain Abscess
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A brain abscess is an accumulation of pus within the brain tissue, usually as a result of an infection, and it is considered a condition that requires serious medical attention.
Common symptoms:
- Intense, persistent headache
- Fever
- Nausea or vomiting
- Changes in alertness or weakness in one part of the body
When to see a doctor? Because of its nature, it usually requires urgent care when neurological symptoms appear quickly.
Which specialist treats it? The emergency physician handles the initial phase, while the neurosurgeon, the neurologist, and the infectious disease specialist take part in the study and management. When there is an unusual headache accompanied by fever or neurological symptoms, the wisest thing is to seek care without delay.
Data on 751 doctors who treat brain abscess
Which specialist treats brain abscess?
A brain abscess should be evaluated by a neurosurgeon; a radiologist assists with imaging studies for diagnosis, and an internal medicine physician or emergency physician can provide initial care. Seek emergency medical care if you have a severe headache, fever, or confusion.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in brain abscess
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. Pedro Tiburcio Cortes Gonzalez
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
Frequently asked questions
What is brain abscess?
A brain abscess is an accumulation of pus within the brain tissue, usually as a result of an infection, and it is considered a condition that requires serious medical attention.
Which doctor treats brain abscess?
A brain abscess should be evaluated by a neurosurgeon; a radiologist assists with imaging studies for diagnosis, and an internal medicine physician or emergency physician can provide initial care. Seek emergency medical care if you have a severe headache, fever, or confusion.