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How To Get Rid Of Epstein Barr Virus Causing Low Grade Fever?

I have been running a low grade fever for about 2 years. I have been to rhuemotoligst who said I have Epsteinbarr virus. I take 4-8 advil a day. The only time I did not take any recently was when I was on vacation for 1 week. I am tired of feeling bad everyday. I am 49, 5'8" and weigh 220
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Welcome to HCM,

EBV usually causes a self-limiting infection in 95 % cases and doesn't requires any treatment. It usually get cures in 2 to 3 weeks.


If the infection is chronic one, you should be consulted with nearby Infectious Disease Doctors.

For chronic infection of EBV you should start with the Acyclovir to control viral infection and paracetamol for fever, malaise and fatigue.

In some severe cases corticosteroids can be given. Please take above medication under doctors guidance.

Please take care of spleen, as there are some cases of splenic rupture is also reported. Avoid heavy exercise which causes injury to spleen. Also avoid constipation.

Taking close look on blood count is essential as there is chance of hematological malignancy in some cases.
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How To Get Rid Of Epstein Barr Virus Causing Low Grade Fever?

Hello, Welcome to HCM, EBV usually causes a self-limiting infection in 95 % cases and doesn t requires any treatment. It usually get cures in 2 to 3 weeks. If the infection is chronic one, you should be consulted with nearby Infectious Disease Doctors. For chronic infection of EBV you should start with the Acyclovir to control viral infection and paracetamol for fever, malaise and fatigue. In some severe cases corticosteroids can be given. Please take above medication under doctors guidance. Please take care of spleen, as there are some cases of splenic rupture is also reported. Avoid heavy exercise which causes injury to spleen. Also avoid constipation. Taking close look on blood count is essential as there is chance of hematological malignancy in some cases. Thank you.