What is EBV?

Many friends do not know about the EBV virus, but this virus is quite common in life. Some sore throats or pharyngitis are related to this virus, and some viral colds are also caused by the EBV virus. There is currently no specific treatment for the EBV virus, but the infection from this virus can heal on its own, so there is no need to worry too much. You can learn more about it first. The EBV virus is generally transmitted through saliva, so if you want to prevent infection with this disease, you must take corresponding preventive measures, especially for infants.

Epstein-Barr virus infection treatment

There is currently no specific treatment for EBV infection, and the disease can mostly heal itself. Treatment is supportive. Antiviral drugs can inhibit EBV replication, but some studies have shown that they are ineffective. Hormones are only used in cases of anemia, thrombocytopenia, etc. The EBV vaccine is only beneficial for certain groups of people.

Western medicine treatment of EB virus infection

There is currently no specific treatment for EBV infection, and symptomatic medication is the main treatment. During the acute phase, you should rest in bed. In case of secondary bacterial infection, antibacterial drugs can be used for treatment as appropriate.

Adrenal cortical hormones can quickly relieve inflammation. The dosage is such as prednisone 30-60 mg/d, taken orally in divided doses. After 4 days, the dose should be rapidly reduced until the drug is stopped. For patients who do not respond well to adrenal cortex hormones, intravenous immunoglobulin can be given.

Patients diagnosed with splenic rupture should receive emergency surgical treatment .

Acyclovir, ganciclovir, acyclovir, interferon-α, and ganciclovir can inhibit the replication of EB virus, but have no significant effect on improving clinical symptoms.

Epstein-Barr virus infection prognosis

Most diseases can heal themselves. It may also transform into infectious mononucleosis, African childhood lymphoma, and nasopharyngeal carcinoma.

Epstein-Barr virus infection prevention

1. Since EBV is mainly transmitted through saliva, good personal hygiene habits should be developed.

2. Do not feed the baby mouth-to-mouth.

3. Get vaccinated against Epstein-Barr virus.

Conclusion: Through the above introduction, I believe everyone has a more comprehensive understanding of EB virus infection. EB virus infection is still relatively common in our lives, so we should develop good living habits and pay more attention to our personal hygiene.