My 12 yr old was just diagnosed with it. I don't really know what I'm in for. Can anyone help? Thank You So Very Much!
2006-11-08 16:37:29 · 3 answers · asked by creeklops 5 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Definition: Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) is a common human virus that causes infectious mononucleosis and plays a role in the emergence of two rare forms of cancer: Burkitt's lymphoma, and nasopharyngeal carcinoma.
Questions To Ask Your Doctor About Epstein-Barr Virus:
Could these symptoms be mimicking any other infectious disease?
Does any lab work need to be done to confirm EBV?
What are the chances this could lead to some other major complication or illness?
How will you know if the spleen has been affected?
How long is bedrest recommended?
When do the symptoms usually subside?
How long does the contagious period last?
What precautions should be taken to minimize this disease being passed on to others?
What are the chances that family members will be affected by this virus?
2006-11-08 16:47:49 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋
Epstein-Barr is a herpes virus that causes infectious mononucleosis. Is she on antibiotic? I ask this because, although antibiotics can do nothing for a virus, they must run their course, so to speak. but rather antibiotics are usually to prevent a secondary infection. Her immune system is fighting this now and if she does get sicker, it will be harder for her immune system to fight both at once. Mono symptoms are a fever, sore throat, swollen lymph glands and sometimes bruising It is NOT highly or predictably contagious In young children the disease is mild and usually unnoticed. and if she does get it. she will have permanent immunity to it. Hope I helped some. Good luck. She will do great.
2006-11-09 00:54:03 · answer #2 · answered by Memere RN/BA 7 · 1⤊ 3⤋
It is the virus that can cause mono. Because it is a virus, antibiotics will not cure or treat it. It is a lot more common than most folks think, it is usually undiagnosed because people think they have a flu or are tired. If one`is`diagnosed wth it, docs will pay special attention and you should too, sometimes other diseases are associated with it. Just on its own, Mono sucks.
2006-11-09 00:53:48 · answer #3 · answered by Valerie 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋