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Sunday, 21 May, 2023

‘Wide-spread virus’ in the UK associated with the development of multiple sclerosis – Express

The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) can trigger debilitating multiple sclerosis (MS) or drive disease progression, according to new research.

EBV is a common virus, says the Multiple Sclerosis Trust, who added that “up to 95 percent of all adults have been exposed” to the “very widespread virus”.

Yet, unless you have had a case of glandular fever, “you may not have noticed any symptoms”.

The charity added: “Having had EBV infection or glandular fever doesn’t mean you will get MS.

Read more at: 
https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/health/1771737/epstein-barr-virus-multiple-sclerosis
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