Vijayawada, March 28 -- Manipal Hospital, Vijayawada, has successfully diagnosed and treated a rare case of Sjogren's Syndrome affecting the brain, a condition not commonly seen. This case highlights the importance of looking beyond infections when a patient has unexplained brain-related symptoms.
A 24-year-old young man arrived at the hospital with fever and a severe headache that lasted for four days. Doctors noticed he was restless, had a stiff neck, but showed no clear signs of stroke or paralysis. Initial tests, including a brain MRI and a spinal fluid analysis, pointed toward meningitis, but no detection of any infection.
Despite starting treatment for possible infections, his condition remained puzzling. A detailed discussion with ...