Sep
22
2009
The link between Epstein Barr virus and shingles Epstein Barr, the virus that causes mononucleosis or glandular fever, can weaken the immune system and lead to an outbreak of shingles or Herpes zoster. Chicken pox and shingles are caused by the varicella-zoster virus. Like Epstein Barr virus, the varicella-zoster virus is a member of the [...]
Tags: Epstein Barr, epstein barr and shingles, epstein barr virus, glandular fever and shingles, herpes zoster, mononucleosis and shingles, shingles
Apr
14
2009
Epstein Barr syndrome is a disease caused by the Epstein Barr virus (EBV). This is the same virus that causes mononucleosis or glandular fever. EBV is transmitted by direct contact with virus-infected saliva, mainly through kissing, although it can be picked up from shared drinks or eating utensils, or through blood transfusions. Symptoms of Epstein [...]
Tags: EBV, Epstein Barr, Epstein Barr Syndrome