Medical Xpress July 18, 2026 • 14:40

New study sheds light on how Epstein-Barr virus may contribute to multiple sclerosis - Medical Xpress

By Paul Arnold

New study sheds light on how Epstein-Barr virus may contribute to multiple sclerosis - Medical Xpress

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disorder that attacks the central nervous system. For years, Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) has been strongly linked to MS, as nearly every person diagnosed with the condition shows evidence of past EBV infection. For…

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disorder that attacks the central nervous system. For years, Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) has been strongly linked to MS, as nearly every person diagnosed … [+4006 chars]

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