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Treatment for chronic Epstein-Barr virus (EBV)

Infectious Diseases | Last Active: May 20 9:53am | Replies (651)

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I have had this awful disease since I was about 10. I am 58. Diagnosed at about 48. Had lump removed at 30 & they assumed it was cancer, but it was Histiocytosis. Read if u have CAEBV, u will get Histio. My saviors are Tramadol, a daily Acyclovir & Triple-Antibiotic. My flare ups have dwindled to 3 days in bed occasionally if I overdo it. One leg is now shorter & I have had tons of cortisone shots. I put Triple-Antibiotic salve in my nose with a q-tip when going out & don’t get sick anymore! (I got a cold/bronchitis every month b4 this). My partner has cancer & also doesn’t get sick anymore by using it! I have “shocks” in different parts of my body now, localized pain still & cold sores here & there. I am still suffering way too much still & use a scooter, so wanted to see what others do & wanted to share my tmts. I had to come to terms with my limitations, eat healthy & rest often. One dr gave me Presnisone (5-10mg) for vacations & it worked super, but drs all said it will just make things worse. Hoping this can help you all! Teach ur brain that this is ur new normal & just live the best u can!

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@haveitall P.S. I was getting my masters in teaching when this disease proved too much. I am a sub now due to never being able to work full-time. Literally had to scream my way to get Acyclovir daily and Tramadol came from a dr with a daughter who had Lupus. Otherwise, I would be way worse off. I have to demand tmt from these “drs.” & they demand I see them every 3 months. Horrible cycle, but I look forward to my good days now and “trick” my brain to feeling good. Would love to connect in private if u know how or would like to?