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What Causes Glandular Fever Syndrome?

I have been struggling for 2 months with something that was a glandular fever syndrome not caused by the expected virus (Barre..something like that, ) Today my white cell count came back normal and only the lymphocytes are still a bit high. They will test me again in 2 weeks. I am improving but still tired. They don t know which virus caused this ...I will describe symptoms : Started with some nosebleeds tiredness, abdominal cramps, feeling of all muscles swollen, swollen glands, fatigue,mild temperature ,extreme weakness ,burning stomach,sore throat, feeling my tongue was swallen...what could that be?
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Glandular fever is caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). This virus is found in the saliva of infected people.
There is no cure for glandular fever, but there are a number of simple treatments and measures that can help reduce the symptoms while you wait for your body to control the infection.These include:
-drinking plenty of fluids
-taking over-the-counter painkillers, such as paracetamol or ibuprofen
-getting plenty of rest and gradually increasing your activity as your energy levels improve
-Occasionally, antibiotics or corticosteroids may be used if you develop complications of glandular fever.
It seems you are in recovery phase of glandular fever, so don't worry.
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What Causes Glandular Fever Syndrome?

Glandular fever is caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). This virus is found in the saliva of infected people. There is no cure for glandular fever, but there are a number of simple treatments and measures that can help reduce the symptoms while you wait for your body to control the infection.These include: -drinking plenty of fluids -taking over-the-counter painkillers, such as paracetamol or ibuprofen -getting plenty of rest and gradually increasing your activity as your energy levels improve -Occasionally, antibiotics or corticosteroids may be used if you develop complications of glandular fever. It seems you are in recovery phase of glandular fever, so don t worry.