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What is encephalitis? Symptoms of rare tick-borne virus in UK explained

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A warning has been issued to people across Scotland and the rest of the UK after a case of tick-borne encephalitis virus (TBEV) was confirmed.

A case has been identified in England, with another 'probable' case found in the Loch Earn area of Scotland, according to a study published by a joint UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and Defra committee.

The virus can cause severe illness and even death, with concerns the virus has spread to other areas of the country. Symptoms can vary from person to person, with severity ranging from no signs at all to flu-like symptoms.

In more severe cases, the virus can lead to meningitis or encephalitis, according to the World Health Organisation.Encephalitis is a serious and potentially deadly condition that causes your brain to become swell.

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