Symptoms of Epstein-Barr Virus

The infection develops gradually with very mild symptoms that it may initially be indistinguishable from a cold or the flu. As the condition progresses the symptoms may include:

• A sore throat that lasts two weeks or more
• Swollen lymph nodes in the neck, armpits, and groin
• A persistent fever (usually about 102 degrees F)
• Fatigue
• Malaise (a vague feeling of discomfort)
• Rashes
• eye pain or discomfort with bright light
• liver infection