Anti-Hu associated encephalitis

Anti-Hu associated encephalitis, also called Anti-ANNA1 associated encephalitis, is an uncommon brain inflammation associated with underlying cancer. It may cause psychiatric symptoms including depression, anxiety and hallucinations, as well as neurological problems such as confusion, memory loss, seizures and impaired coordination. Its cause is unknown, though an immune attack on the nervous system linked to cancer is the leading hypothesis. Treatment focuses on removing the cancer and suppressing the immune system.

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Also known as

Anti-ANNA1 associated encephalitis

Common cancer link

Small cell lung carcinoma

Treatment focus

Cancer removal and immune suppression