Virus and CFS

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Symptoms of CFS resemble a postviral state and for this reason chronic viral conditions have been thought to contribute to CFS in some patients. Several viruses have been associated with CFS, including (Manian 1994):

Herpes virus, particularly human herpes virus 6 (HHV-6)

Epstein-Barr virus (a herpes virus which causes infectious mononucleosis)

Cytomegalovirus (a herpes virus)

Coxsackie viruses B1 and B4

If you are infected with a chronic, energy-depleting virus, there are conventional and alternative therapies that may be of help. It should be noted that most individuals have been exposed to pathogenic viruses that can be reactivated by adverse environmental conditions and cause chronic fatigue and other diseases.

Studies indicate that the Epstein-Barr virus may be suppressed with bilberry extract (anthocyanins), curcumin, carotenoids, and chlorophylls. The exact doses of these natural plant extracts that might be effective against Epstein-Barr have yet to be determined.

For those with a viral-induced CFS, refer to the Immune Enhancement protocol.