Toxoplasmic encephalitis is a severe neurological condition caused by the reactivation of latent infection with the parasite Toxoplasma gondii, particularly in immunocompromised individuals such as those with HIV/AIDS. This condition is characterized by inflammation of the brain, leading to significant clinical symptoms, and can often result in serious complications or even death if not diagnosed and treated promptly.
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