More evidence Epstein-Barr triggers MS
Patients with signs of the virus have a 32-fold increased risk of developing multiple sclerosis, a large US study shows
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New research offers the strongest evidence to date that the Epstein-Barr virus may trigger some people to develop MS.
In one of the largest studies yet to back the theory, US researchers found the risk of MS increased 32-fold following Epstein-Barr infection.