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Epstein-Barr Virus: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

Epstein-Barr Virus: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

What is the Epstein-Barr Virus?

The Epstein-Barr virus (abbreviation: EBV) is a very common pathogen from the herpes virus group. Most people are asymptomatic carriers. It can remain dormant in the body for many years, and under the influence of various factors, especially a decline in immunity, it reactivates and causes disease. EBV particularly causes infectious mononucleosis, but it can also contribute to other conditions, including…

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