When referring to "EB virus", many parents may feel strange, but you may have heard the name "monocyte increase". EB virus is one of the culprits of this disease.Especially among children, the infection rate of EB viruses is quite high. Although many people do not have obvious symptoms after infection, the potential harm it brings, parents must not ignore it!
What is the EB virus?
The full name of the EB virus is Epstein-Barr virus.ability.In fact, most people have been infected with EB viruses in their lives, but many people have no perception when they are infected, especially children.Its most common manifestation is the infectious mononuclear cells mentioned earlier, which is commonly known as "kissing disease" because it is mainly transmitted through saliva.
The main channels of communication are
saliva transmission: for example, sharingTableware, toys, or even kiss.
GM communication: By cough, sneezing, etc., the virus can be transmitted through droplets in the air.
Close contact: For example, in kindergarten, schools and other places, the close contact between children has made the EB virus "the opportunity to take advantage."
The reason why children are susceptible to children
Childrens immune system development is not perfect.Facing various pathogens, the defense ability is weak.This makes them the main target group of EB virus.According to relevant statistics, about 90%of adults have EB virus antibodies, which means that they had infected the virus in childhood.
So why do some children infect the EB virus without symptoms, while others have serious reactions?This is closely related to everyones immunity.If the immune system is strong enough, the virus may be cleared quickly and will not cause obvious symptoms; but if the childs immune system is weak, the EB virus may cause severe clinical symptoms and even cause complications.
What are the symptoms of the EB virus?
Although many children have no obvious symptoms after infection with EB virus, some children will have the following symptoms:
fever fever fever: Long -term fever and volatility of body temperature.
Sore throat: EB virus is likely to invade the throat, resulting in symptoms such as sore throat and difficulty swallowing.
Lymph nodes: Especially the lymph nodes of the neck, underarms, and groin will be significantly enlarged, and there are hard blocks to feel.
Smake: Some children may have skin rashes, especially when using antibiotics are more likely to induce.
Systemic weakness: Children infected with EB viruses often show fatigue and weakness and poor mental state.
Whats worse, because Xiaohaos condition is delayed, the virus has spread to the spleen, causing the spleen to be swollen.It may endanger life.Fortunately, Xiaohao finally recovered under the timely treatment of a doctor, but this experience gave his parents a deep understanding of the EB virus, and he dared not take it lightly.
The harm of the EB virus
Although many children can recover by ourselves after the EB virus is infected with EB virus, we cannot ignoreIt may bring potential harm.Especially in some children with weak immune systems, EB viruses may lead to serious complications and even life -threatening.
Spleen enlargement and rupture: EB virus infection may cause spleen swelling. Once the spleen is ruptured, the consequences are very serious, and even emergency surgery is required.
Liver damage: Some children may have liver problems, manifested as jaundice and liver function abnormalities.
Neurological complications: EB virus may also invade the central nervous system, causing encephalitis and meningitis.
Chronic EB virus infection: Some infected people may have a long -term infection state, the immune system cannot remove the virus, resulting in symptoms such as long -term low fever, lymph nodes, and fatigue.
Nasopharyngeal cancer: It mainly occurs in Southeast Asia, North Africa and North America, as well as Guangdong, Guangxi, Fujian, Hunan, Jiangxi, Zhejiang, and Taiwan in my country. The above people.The advanced symptoms are obvious. As the mass increases, it can cause difficulty swallowing, poor breathing, stuffy nasal congestion, nasal hemorrhage, blurred vision, and orbital pain.In addition, local infections may cause symptoms such as pus and blood nasal, odor, headache, and fever.
How to prevent EB virus?
EB virus is mainly transmitted through saliva and droplets. Therefore, parents can take the following measures in daily life to reduce childrens risk of infection:
Keep good hygiene habits: Teach children to wash their hands frequently to avoid sharing tableware, towels and other items with others.Especially after going out in public, go home to wash your hands in time.
Avoid close contact with those suspected infected: If there are similar symptoms such as fever, sore throat around the child, minimize contact.
Enhanced immunity: good eating habits, sufficient sleep and appropriate exercise are very important for childrens immunity.Parents can add more fresh fruits and fruits to their children to enhance their defense capabilities of their immune system.
Avoid kissing childrens faces: Especially when the external environment is more complicated, try to avoid excessive kissing children, especially faces and mouths to reduce the risk of saliva transmission.
What should parents do?
If the child has similar symptoms such as fever, sore throat, lymph nodes, etc., EB virus antibody detection, etc., to clear the diagnosis.
Following the doctors advice: For mild EB virus infections, symptomatic treatment is usually the symptomatic treatment, such as giving antipyretics and painkillers to relieve symptoms.If the condition is severe, you may need to be hospitalized to prevent complications from occurring.
Avoid the use of antibiotics: EB virus is a virus, not bacterial infection, so the use of antibiotics is invalid, but it may cause side effects.Parents must obey the doctors advice when taking medicine, and do not take the medicine by themselves.
Keep rest: After the EB virus is infected, children usually need a longer recovery period. Parents should ensure that their children have sufficient rest time and do not let them overwork.
Observe the complications: Parents need to closely observe whether the child has severe complications such as spleen swelling and abnormal liver function. Once abnormalities are found, they should seek medical treatment in time.
Although the infection of the EB virus is more common in children, and many times do not need to worry too much, but parents still need to be vigilant about their possible harm.In time, the symptoms of infection are recognized, and preventive measures are taken, and professional medical help can be sought when necessary to effectively protect the childs health.
