Epstein-Barr virus infection. Symptoms in adults, children, what it is. A blood test for the virus, transcript: igg positive. chronic forms of treatment, homeopathy diagram folk remedies, herbs

Epstein-Barr disease got its name from the names of scientists who identified the virus. Viral infection hidden way affects the human body, causing different and sometimes unrelated pathologies. Since the introduction of infection into the body can not be completely eliminated, but to suppress and remove the negative impact of possible symptoms.

Epstein Barr Symptoms in Adults

The disease is characterized by the presence of the latent period of incubation for 1-2 months after infection. Active Attack lymphatic tissue begins later, after the virus enters the bloodstream and spread through the circulatory system. A feature of the virus is a gradation of symptoms.

First symptoms phase is complete absence of symptoms or signs characteristic of SARS.

The second phase involves the impact on the human immune system and is expressed in the following symptoms:

• Tenderness in the upper abdomen.
• The lack of vitality.
• Headache.
• Periodic sensations of nausea.
• sleep disturbances.
• Depressive states.
• Excessive sweating.
• Increase in body temperature to 38-39 ° C marks.

the disease occurs during the races: the symptoms may disappear, and then grow with a bang. Most often, patients are inclined to believe about the flu. In some cases, it may be the spread of the rash on the body in the form of maculopapular spots.

The further course of the disease leads to an increase in redness and lymph nodes, and the appearance of cough plaque on the tonsils, throat, redness, pain on swallowing, difficulty of nasal breathing.

The potential danger of the virus Epstein-Barr virus

When the primary infection the virus penetrates the mucous membranes of the oropharynx, and after the reproduction enters into the blood. Exposures are cells B-lymphocytes as a result of the transformation at which the active generation of two types of antibodies.

At the same immune cells produce antibodies to the virus at the same time and themselves. The inflammatory process may cause the development of autoimmune diseases.

Epstein-Barr virus infection, the symptoms of which were given earlier, the danger Possible consequence:

• Occurrence Duncan diseases characterized by formation of a large number of B lymphocytes, which becomes the cause of anemia and splenic rupture.
• Cancer of the tonsils, intestines or stomach.
• Hepatitis.
• Myocarditis.
• State of chronic fatigue.
• Obstructive airways disease.
• Lymphoma.
• Inflammation of the heart muscle.

The simultaneous development of several complications can lead to death. The occurrence of complications will depend on how long the disease will progress in the human body.

Infectious mononucleosis

The process of the emergence and proliferation of blood cells characteristic (atypical mononuclear cells) shows the development in humans of infectious mononucleosis. Its causative agent is a virus of the family gerpevirusov - Epstein-Barr virus. The main affected area - the lymph nodes, the area of ​​the oropharynx, spleen and liver.

The virus is released from the saliva of an infected human and its active selection may continue until the end of the incubation period of 6-18 months. Natural high susceptibility to the disease in most cases, gives the development of only a mild form of infectious mononucleosis.

In the early days of the disease there is a sharp increase in the lymph nodes, which can be easily seen by palpation, fever, sore throat. From the patient's condition deteriorates over time, there is an increase in liver and spleen size, skin color becomes yellow, urine becomes dark.

In most cases, complications can be avoided completely. Treatment will be aimed at the general strengthening of the body, removing toxins, and receive funds for the elimination of unpleasant symptoms. In order to suppress the bacterial flora may be treated with antibiotics, which will also help to realize the prevention of secondary infections.

Chronic fatigue and its manifestations

Epstein-Barr virus infection, the symptoms of which were presented earlier, can lead to chronic fatigue syndrome, particularly during transfer of the acute form. Lethargy, lack of energy, fatigue, inability to sleep - all these signs will accompany a person throughout the day, even after waking up.

Daytime sleepiness can be caused due to insomnia at night. Against the background of constant fatigue occur acute headaches, mood becomes irritable and aggressive, there are problems with attention and memory.

From the typical disorders of the central nervous system of chronic fatigue syndrome is characterized by increased tone of the skeletal muscles, weakened immunity, the inability to organism confrontation other viral diseases, increase lymph nodes. Treatment aimed at removing the main disturbing symptoms, does not bring tangible results.

megakaryoblastoma

The disease occurs in lesions of the lymphatic system of the person. Abnormal functioning of the tissues occurs with the appearance of tumors in cell Berezovsky Reed Sternberg cells, which can identify only an expert when examining biochemical analysis blood.

The main causes of the disease are:

• Heredity.
• Immunodeficiency condition, which can be purchased form or occur at birth.
• Autoimmune pathologies.

His development of the disease begins with lymph node involvement, and further progression can be spread to all the organs.

The main symptoms include:

1. Swollen lymph nodes in size.
2. The appearance of cough, shortness of breath.
3. Face swells and takes on a bluish tinge.
4. Occasionally back pain, which intensified during the night.
5. Increased night sweating.

In rare cases, the disease causes fever, weight loss and uncontrollable itching. Treatment is carried out by methods of chemical and radiation therapy of pathological states.

African lymphoma malignant type

Epstein-Barr virus infection, the symptoms of which were given earlier, can lead to the development of malignant lymphoma type. 100,000 people there are 10 cases of the disease. Characterized by the ability to hit the brain, destroying the structure of the blood, and provoke inflammatory cerebrospinal fluid.

Provoke the appearance of disease can also infectious mononucleosis, which is a consequence of virus. Foci of malignant type of inflammation not only occur in areas of the lymphatic system. Multiple education jaw cover salivary gland and thyroid gland.

Additional symptoms are:

• Increased body temperature.
• The deformation of the soft tissues.
• Complications process of breathing and swallowing.
• Soreness in bones.
• Partial paralysis of the limbs.

With the progression of the disease the disease spreads to all organs, causing intestinal obstruction, blue tint of the skin, voice changes, pain in the abdomen. After conducting a full examination and diagnosis of the disease is carried out by treatment of systemic chemotherapy, a course which can take anywhere from 2 months to several years.

Cancerous lesions of the nasopharynx

Defeat upper part of the pharynx epithelial cells leads to the appearance of malignant type formations. The main risk factors for the disease are Epstein-Barr virus, poor environmental conditions, genetic predisposition, prolonged exposure to toxic substances.

At an early stage often have no symptoms, so the disease is difficult to determine in the first stage.

In the course of the disease symptoms is compounded by:

• Difficulty in nasal breathing.
• Bleeding from the nose.
• Nasally voice.
• Odors from the nose and mouth.
• Pain in the nose and throat area.
• The appearance of tumor in the nose area.

You may also experience problems with speech, partial paralysis, headaches and pain in the ears. Based on patient complaints specialist full inspection is carried out, including assays change, ultrasound, X-ray, MRI, CT, and biopsy.

The most effective method of treatment is considered to be the combination of radiation and chemical therapy. Isolated use of radiation therapy also helps fight serious disease.

The number and size of metastases, tumor type and stage of the disease will affect the probability of a favorable outcome of the treatment. In the fourth step the possibility of cure of 50% in the first - 90%.

Epstein Barr virus diagnostics

Epstein-Barr virus infection, the symptoms of which were previously shown previously detected based on clinical data. Indirect signs of infection present in the body are determined by analysis of blood samples taken.

In step setting a preliminary analysis is carried out a study of serum, wherein the signs of the beginning of the inflammatory process in the liver can be detected.

The final conclusion of the revealed the diagnosis is carried out after further investigation:

1. The test for determining the amount of serum heterophile antibodies.
2. Linked immunosorbent assay.
3. Qualitative detection of virus by PCR. This may be examined saliva, nasopharyngeal mucus, epithelial cells urinary organs, prostate secretion, urine, blood.
4. Examination of blood tests to detect changes in the immune status.

Atypical mononuclear cells, the amount of which is determined in the first phase of the research appear in the first days of the disease and reach a maximum content in the midst of the disease.

Blood, deciphering

Delivery of the biological material must be carried out in the morning, on an empty stomach.

The active state of the virus can be detected in the studies:

• General blood analysis.
• A blood test for biochemical research.

The level of performance will be significantly altered and deviated from the norm:

• Observed increase in white blood cells (more than 9 g / l).
• Red blood cells will be maintained in the norm. In men, these figures should be in the range of 4-5.1 million. / L in women 3.7- 4.7 million. / L.
• Detected anemic condition in which the hemoglobin is reduced to a value of 90 g / l and below.
• Increased level of monocytes, observed changes in their external condition. Typical development of the virus is accompanied by changes to 40% monocytes.

During the biochemical analysis of blood is determined by the rate of indirect bilirubin, exceeding the level which indicates the development of the autoimmune anemia. Detailed analysis to determine the presence of proteins of the acute phase and the alkaline phosphatase (90 u / l).

homeopathy treatment

Viral infection Epstein-Barr virus causes malignant transformation of cells. Total secrecy disease is present in the body, and the similarity of symptoms with other common viral illnesses to determine infection as hazardous.

Homeopathic agents that may be used for the treatment of virus given in the table:

drug Name	Act
Oscillococcinum	Vegetable preparation possesses an inhibitory action against the virus particles, slows down the process of reproduction.
Aflubin	It works on the principle of immunostimulatory agents, gentle way by stimulating the body's own defenses.
Limfomiozot	It applied with a marked increase in lymph nodes, tonsils, adenoids, blocked nose and edema.
Tonsilla kompozitum	It is a part of complex treatment of chronic tonsillitis, lymphatic drainage and has immunomodulatory effects.

Application of plant-based drugs should be started after consultation with the doctor, in the absence of contraindications.
Phytoremedy to treat infection

Treating infections using various herbal infusions allows softly impact on the body, without the full intervention in the process of metabolism and activity. Such treatment is effective not as a separate method, and as a possible addition to the general therapy.

It is recommended to use the specially prepared organic teas, that will enhance the stimulation of the body's own protective functions:

1. The use of broth, for the preparation of which would require grind dried herbs chamomile, mother and stepmother, the root of the thought, calendula and mint. The prepared composition is poured boiling water and infuse for 2-3 hours. Broth is recommended to drink 1 cup of morning and evening.
2. Use of green tea having antioxidant action, with the addition of various herbs. You can use lime color, peppermint, everlasting flower, chamomile, centaury.

To eliminate local symptoms can lubricate essential oil fir inflamed lymph nodes, as well as do a variety of inhalation using sage and eucalyptus.

Traditional recipes against herpes

In addition to traditional methods of treatment of the virus, you can add the most effective traditional medicines. Their action is based on the general health promotion, relief of the inflammatory process and its elimination. The systematic use of the popular methods can avoid secondary disease exacerbation and to eliminate unpleasant symptoms.

The following recommendations can be used:

1. Adding tinctures ginseng tea, about 10-15 drops per dish.
2. The use of echinacea tincture to 20 drops three times a day. Additionally, you can use it for local compresses.
3. To eliminate unpleasant sensations in the throat and reduce pain can lubricate the mouth and throat area oils of sage and eucalyptus. To facilitate nasal breathing can be added to these oils in the aroma lamp.

Common colds and inflammatory disorders result in decreased immune function. Against this background, the chance of infection by a viral infection with Epstein-Barr virus is greatly increased.

Symptoms of this disease are very similar to the manifestation of a respiratory infection, thereby diagnosing the disease is complicated. Therapy reduced the mandatory strengthen immunity, which alone can be increased by a healthy vitamin food, full of sleep, active lifestyle and hardening.

Registration of the article: Vladimir the Great

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