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 809 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. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. José Ramón Olivas C.
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Carolina Garcia
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Isaac E. Tello Mata
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Mauricio Armando Esqueda Liquidano
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Maritza Tena Medina
Dr. José Francisco Mendiola González
Dr. Daniel Aguirre Fernández
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. JORGE RAMIRO PEREZ PASTRANA
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.