Treatment & Recovery in Autoimmune Encephalitis | Expert Talk with Dr. Bruce Cree (UCSF) | IAES

Autoimmune Encephalitis & Its Treatments | Dr. Bruce Cree (UCSF) | IAES Awareness Series
Treatment & Recovery in Autoimmune Encephalitis | Expert Talk with Dr. Bruce Cree (UCSF) | IAES.
International Autoimmune Encephalitis Society.

✅In this powerful presentation, Dr. Bruce Cree, Associate Professor of Neurology at the UCSF School of Medicine, delivers an outstanding overview of Autoimmune Encephalitis (AE) and the current treatment options available for this rare but serious group of brain diseases.

A major focus of this talk is on ongoing clinical trials that aim to develop FDA-approved therapies for future patients. If you or someone you know has been recently diagnosed, it’s crucial to discuss with your clinician the value of participating in these trials, as early intervention significantly improves outcomes.

✅What You’ll Learn in This Video:
✔What Autoimmune Encephalitis (AE) is and how it affects the brain
✔Why is AE often mistaken for a psychiatric illness
✔Key symptoms: behavior changes, psychosis, seizures, memory issues, abnormal movements, and more
✔Red flags for clinicians to recognize autoimmune causes of first-onset psychosis
✔Why AE does not respond to antipsychotics — and how they can worsen symptoms
✔The importance of early diagnosis and immunotherapy treatments
✔Clinical trials leading to the next generation of AE therapies

✅About Autoimmune Encephalitis:
Autoimmune Encephalitis is a group of inflammatory brain diseases marked by neuropsychiatric symptoms. Patients often present with acute psychiatric or neurological changes but require prompt immune-based treatment—not psychiatric medications. With early diagnosis and the right therapy, recovery is possible.

💙 About the International Autoimmune Encephalitis Society (IAES)
The International Autoimmune Encephalitis Society (IAES) is the only family- and patient-centered nonprofit organization dedicated to people diagnosed with AE.
IAES provides trusted, science-based education, support from diagnosis through recovery, and collaborates with world-leading autoimmune neurology experts.

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⏱️ Timestamps / Chapters
00:00 – Introduction to Autoimmune Encephalitis Awareness Month
02:10 – Meet Dr. Bruce Cree, Associate Professor of Neurology at UCSF
05:00 – The Immune System and Brain Inflammation Explained
10:00 – Common Clinical Features of Autoimmune Encephalitis
15:45 – Red Flags for Clinicians in First-Onset Psychosis
19:00 – Diagnostic Process: MRI, Antibody Testing, and CSF Findings
24:20 – Why Antipsychotics Can Worsen AE Symptoms
31:15 – Managing Severe or Refractory AE Cases
35:00 – How Clinical Trials May Lead to FDA-Approved Therapies
40:30 – Long-Term Follow-Up and Rehabilitation After AE
45:00 – Resources Provided by the International Autoimmune Encephalitis Society
48:00 – Final Insights from Dr. Bruce Cree
49:15 – Closing Remarks & Call to Support IAES
50:00 – End Credits / Learn More at autoimmune-encephalitis.org

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⚠️ Disclaimer
This video is for educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice.
Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for diagnosis or treatment.
The views expressed are those of the speaker and not official medical guidance.
If you suspect Autoimmune Encephalitis, seek immediate medical attention.