Both of my sons were diagnosed with CEBV and CFS/ME. It permanently changed the paths of their lives. The sadness is beyond words. I'm thankful to have found this group that have been through the same life altering issues. One thing I would like to mention to each of you suffering from this debilitating illness is the possibility of Lyme Disease and co-infections. It mimics symptoms so closely that my son has gone undiagnosed properly for years. While he has been 100% positive for EBV with back to back recurrences along with other infections like many of you, he now is still dealing with the virus on top of Lyme and several co-infections. I now know why he was never improving. Instead, he has gotten far worse.
I'm mentioning this because it may help someone or save someone from further suffering if by chance they too, have more than EBV. The standard testing is highly inaccurate and it caused years of life to be lost. There is still a long road ahead. Igenex Lab finally was the far more accurate test and it has helped many people. The EBV and Bartonella were positive. Others were borderline and yet he had every symptom. If you look up Lyme Disease and find information showing that you may have symptoms, please refer to the ILADS website for detailed information and find a LLMD ( Lyme Literate Medical Doctor). Also, if you or your loved one tests negative per the most accurate lab testing and you need a doctor specializing in CFS/ME, there is a website entitled CFIDS that will also help you to find a doctor that actually understands CEBV and CFS/ME that WILL listen and help! These illnesses both can damage the organs and the autonomic nervous system as well. That is a fact. Joint pain, memory issues, sudden drops in blood pressure with a high pulse rate happen. Spleen, liver, pancreatic inflammation can occur. Seeking a physician trained in specifically these illnesses is your best bet! I've found infectious disease practitioners that do not at all understand either one if they have not been formally educated with CME in Lyme Disease or CFS/ME. There are pediatric and adult doctors that treat both and they are MD's. I hope this helps someone. Keep hope and know you are not alone and no one asks for nor deserves to suffer any of these illnesses. Both of my sons missed their highschool memories and so much more. Thank you to all who have shared such great information here. I've learned a great deal. Blessings and wishes for restored health and peace to all!