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Epstein–Barr Virus (EBV): Pathophysiology, Infectious Mononucleosis, and Management

Introduction Epstein–Barr Virus (EBV) is a double-stranded DNA virus from the Herpesviridae family (HHV-4). It is one of the most common human viruses worldwide and is the primary cause of infectious mononucleosis (IM). 💡 High-yield fact (exam): EBV = “Kissing disease” → transmitted via saliva → infects B cells → triggers reactive CD8+ T cells (atypical lymphocytes) EBV is normally found in which patients? ✅ 1. Age group (MOST IMPORTANT) Adolescents & young adults (15–25 years)👉 This group...