An Inflammation of the Brain is Called

Question

An inflammation of the brain is called
A)meningitis.
B)meningoencephalitis.
C)encephalitis.
D)bacteremia.

Accepted Answer

Encephalitis refers specifically to inflammation of the brain, whereas meningitis refers to inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. Meningoencephalitis refers to inflammation of both the brain and its surrounding membranes. Bacteremia refers to the presence of bacteria in the blood.