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Can Epstein–Barr Virus Infection Cause Neurological Complications?

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Posted on Thu, 19 May 2016
Question: Hi, can the Epstein Barr virus cause neuropathy years after a bout of mononucleosis? Thank you
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Answered by Dr. Olsi Taka (45 minutes later)
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Hello! I read your question carefully and I understand your concern.

Epstein Barr virus infection can cause several neurological complications. Neuropathy is one of these complications. However that happens during the acute phase, they do not happen years after.

There are the rare cases where the virus can reactivate which in theory can cause acute manifestations with neuropathy included, but usually is asymptomatic, manifestations happen only in people with immune suppression.

I remain at your disposal for other questions.
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Can Epstein–Barr Virus Infection Cause Neurological Complications?

Brief Answer: Read below. Detailed Answer: Hello! I read your question carefully and I understand your concern. Epstein Barr virus infection can cause several neurological complications. Neuropathy is one of these complications. However that happens during the acute phase, they do not happen years after. There are the rare cases where the virus can reactivate which in theory can cause acute manifestations with neuropathy included, but usually is asymptomatic, manifestations happen only in people with immune suppression. I remain at your disposal for other questions.