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Acute Encephalitis Syndrome in India: Could Litchi be the Culprit?

Acute encephalitis syndrome (AES) outbreak has claimed the lives of 133 children and become a serious public health problem in Bihar, India. Toxins present in litchi have been suspected to be the cause of death.

Acute Encephalitis Syndrome in India: Could Litchi be the Culprit?

Acute Encephalitis Syndrome in India: Could Litchi be the Culprit?

Acute encephalitis syndrome (AES) in Bihar, India has claimed the lives of 133 children so far. It is suspected that toxins present in litchi could be the cause of the illness.

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