What is EPSTEIN BARR VIRUS?
EBV is a DNA virus with a toroid shaped protein core wrapped with DNA. It is one of the eight known human herpesvirus types in the herpes family and is one of the most common viruses in humans.
TYPES OF EBV
• Type 1 (type A): more prevalent worldwide
• Type 2 (type B) : more common in AFRICA
What are the risk factors for EPSTEIN BARR VIRUS?
• EBV is shed in ORAL SECRETIONS consistently for >6 more after acute infection and then intermittently for life.
• Risk factors include close contact with body secretions especially saliva. It is contagious and spread from person to person.
What are the sign and symptoms of EPSTEIN BARR VIRUS?
• Fatigue
• Rash
• Chill, malaise and body ache
• Headaches
• Pharyngitis
• Generalized lymphadenopathy (swollen lymph nodes)
• Liver enlargement
• Spleen enlargement
What are the investigations for EPSTEIN BARR VIRUS?
• Acute EBV infection is usually made by antibody test or detection of antigen
•A patients with non-specific EBV symptoms who have elevated titers of EBV Iga should be given a thorough examination.
•ELISA, PCR can also be employed
What is the treatment for EPSTEIN BARR VIRUS?
• Self-limiting illness does not require specific therapy
• Symptomatic treatment is to be given
• Bed rest is necessary when patients have debilitating fatigue
What is the prognosis of EPSTEIN BARR VIRUS?
• The prognosis for complete recovery is excellent if no complications ensue during acute illness.
• The major symptoms typically last for 2-4 week, followed by gradual recovery
What is the differential diagnosis of EPSTEIN BARR VIRUS?
• Cytomegalovirus
• Adenovirus
• Viral Hepatitis
• HIV
• Rubella
• Streptococcal pharyngitis
• Hemolytic anemia
What are the complications of EPSTEIN BARR VIRUS?
• Interstitial pneumonia
• Splenic hemorrhage or splenic rupture
• Airway obstruction
• Seizures and ataxia
• Meningitis
• Encephalitis
• Facial nerve palsy
What are the commonly indicated Homeopathic medicines for EPSTEIN BARR VIRUS?
• ARSENIC ALBUM
• EUPATORIUM PERF
• GELSIMIUM
• OCCILLOCOCCINUM
