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What Causes High Level Of EBV?

my doctor's office called and told me my numbers for the ebv were 362 and that I should a infectious disease doctor. I saw this doctor at the hospital when he was making rounds and asked him if it was necessary to come in... he said no. But the problem is I'm so so tired. I want help but don't know who to see or talk to. I'm frustrated that they perceive all of my health issues as stress related to my husband's illness. please help or direct me thanks
Wed, 16 Dec 2015
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dear friend
Epstein-Barr is the virus that causes mononucleosis. It's also called the "kissing disease" because of one way you can spread it to someone else.

Even though Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) isn't a household name, you've probably been infected without knowing it. Lots of people carry the virus but don't get sick.

f you do get symptoms, most likely you'll have:

Fatigue
Fever
Lack of appetite
Rash
Sore throat
Swollen glands in the neck
Weakness and sore muscles
Although you should start feeling better in 2 to 4 weeks, the fatigue can stick around much longer. You may still feel tired a couple of months later.

Like other viruses, Epstein-Barr can't be treated with antibiotics. Mono should clear up on its own without treatment in a few weeks.

Get plenty of rest.
Drink a lot of water and other liquids to stay hydrated.
Suck on lozenges or ice pops, or gargle with warm salt water, to make your sore throat feel better.
Take painkillers like acetaminophen or ibuprofen to bring down fever and relieve body aches.
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What Causes High Level Of EBV?

dear friend Epstein-Barr is the virus that causes mononucleosis. It s also called the kissing disease because of one way you can spread it to someone else. Even though Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) isn t a household name, you ve probably been infected without knowing it. Lots of people carry the virus but don t get sick. f you do get symptoms, most likely you ll have: Fatigue Fever Lack of appetite Rash Sore throat Swollen glands in the neck Weakness and sore muscles Although you should start feeling better in 2 to 4 weeks, the fatigue can stick around much longer. You may still feel tired a couple of months later. Like other viruses, Epstein-Barr can t be treated with antibiotics. Mono should clear up on its own without treatment in a few weeks. Get plenty of rest. Drink a lot of water and other liquids to stay hydrated. Suck on lozenges or ice pops, or gargle with warm salt water, to make your sore throat feel better. Take painkillers like acetaminophen or ibuprofen to bring down fever and relieve body aches.