Cerebellitis in glandular fever.
Cerebellitis as an unusual manifestation of infectious mononucleosis is reported for the first time in Australia. Complete recovery occurred, as has been the rule in previously described cases. The difficulty that may be encountered in early diagnosis is discussed, and screening for infectious mononucleosis is suggested for elusive neurological illnesses. The possible significance of cerebrospinal fluid antibodies is considered.
D000293:Adolescent; D002526:Cerebellar Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D007244:Infectious Mononucleosis / Q000150:complications* / Q000175:diagnosis; D008297:Male