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.
