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Does the epstein-barr virus cause encephalitis?
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Yes, but: But - encephalitis is an extremely rare diagnosis to be associated with eb virus.
Answered 3/26/2013
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Epstein-barr virus: Yes, epstein barr virus can cause a direct infection of the brain (encephalitis). Symptoms include headache, sensitivity to light, stiffness of the neck, confusion and lethargy. Epstein barr virus may also cause muscle paralysis - usually temporary, called guillain barre syndrome.
Answered 7/7/2013
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