Osmosis video - Epstein-Barr virus (Infectious mononucleosis)

Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) also known as human herpesvirus-4, is an enveloped double-stranded DNA virus of the Herpesviridae family, commonly known to be the cause of infectious mononucleosis (IM). It is also associated with other diseases such as Burkitt's lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease, and gastric carcinoma. Most people are infected with EBV at some point in their lives. In most cases, the virus produces no symptoms and goes away on its own. However, in some people, EBV can cause serious health problems. People with IM present with fever, sore throat, swollen lymph nodes, and liver problems.