Results of a 20-year study found evidence that multiple sclerosis is likely caused by infection with the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV).
Results of a 20-year study led by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health researchers found evidence that multiple sclerosis may be caused by an infection from the Epstein-Barr virus.
Dr. Alberto Ascherio, professor of epidemiology and nutrition at Harvard Chan School and senior author of the study, said over 10 million active U.S. military service members were observed over two decades. "EBV preceded the onset of MS in virtually all cases except in one single case. I think this finding pretty much establishes that MS is a complication of infection of the Epstein-Barr virus," Ascherio added.
Ascherio said that the next steps to take following the study is to concentrate on prevention and treatment.
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