Huge study reveals how Epstein-Barr virus may cause multiple sclerosis

Huge study reveals how Epstein-Barr virus may cause multiple sclerosis

The Epstein-Barr virus seems to affect gene expression and cell signalling in a way that causes the autoimmune condition multiple sclerosis

Groundbreaking Study Uncovers Link Between Epstein-Barr Virus and Multiple Sclerosis

Most people get infected with the Epstein-Barr virus, but only a minority become seriously ill. Katerina Conn/Shutterstock Recent studies present compelling evidence linking the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) to the onset of multiple sclerosis (MS). A comprehensive analysis involving over 600,000 individuals indicates that EBV effectively commandeers immune cells, disrupting their function and activating specific genes [...] The post Groundbreaking St…