Nov 18 2008
Epstein Barr Treatment – Depression
Depression is not uncommon in cases of Epstein Barr virus (mononucleosis or glandular fever), especially when the condition is chronic or long term.
Depression is not simply just a matter of feeling a bit low or sad for a day or two. It is a serious illness which causes both physical and psychological symptoms.
Depression is usually marked by feeling sad and losing interest in everyday activities, for at least a couple of weeks. There may be behavioral changes like withdrawal from family and friends, inability to concentrate, and reliance on drugs or alcohol.
Feelings of being overwhelmed, irritable, frustrated, guilty, indecisive and thoughts of being a failure, are common.
Physical symptoms (which can be hard to delineate from those of Epstein Barr), may include lethargy, headaches, muscle aches, sleep problems and poor appetite.
If you feel you may be suffering from depression it is important that you seek help from your doctor or a trained health professional. In many cases, low serotonin levels in the brain contribute to depression, and can be rectified. Finding compassion and support from your family and friends – just having someone to talk to is also a must.
The natural approach to depression is to support the brain with nutrients like fish oils, zinc and the B complex. There are also some good natural antidepressants like St Johns Wort which you can try with the help of your doctor or naturopath.
Scientifically, sunshine and regular exercise have been shown to help with depression. In fact some of my patients tell me that their daily walk is what keeps their depression at bay. Taking the time to rest, eat a high protein diet and drink lots of water is also important.
The natural approaches for depression are discussed in my e-book on how to cure Epstein Barr naturally. Please click here for more information.
One response so far
I had mono when I was 14. Treated with several penicillin shots. Symptoms were 104 fever,
overwhelming fatigue, subsequently developed colitis, depression, anxiety and lack of concentration.
I am now 76 years old and the only thing that helped me was non-generic valium. In taking 1- 5mg tablet. within 20 minutes, my depression lifts, fatigue evaporates, concentration and
mental focus returns. What welcome relief, I feel alive again!! It lasts for 38-40 hours and then all the symptoms return.
I have done a lot of research, the internet is a great tool!! Unfortunately most of the 60 years since I got mono, I have continually had the same symptoms and life has been difficult.
my conclusion is with the bout of mono, it affected the GABA channel , which is an inhibitory
neurotransmitter which regulates the other neurotransmitters in the brain. Gaba is known as the brains’ own valium. I believe that the GABA channel does not open as it should, due to the mono infection and limits the amount of chlorides necessary to modulate seratonin and the other neurotransmitters.
If there are others who have experienced the same symptoms, I would suggest you go to your doctor and be checked out. I hope this will be helpful to some of you.
I am not a doctor, I can only relate my experience to you. Good Luck!!!