Disclaimer: This page may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission for purchases made through links in this post, at no extra cost to you.
Virus as a Cause of MS
A virus is another possible cause of MS. This is the most likely suspect in the ongoing search for what causes multiple sclerosis. But even so, researchers have not pinpointed a specific one that is definitively the cause.
Research is going on all around the world. So it's not for lack of trying that scientists and doctors haven't found one yet. Several have been found to be closely linked to MS. Here are a few of them.
Types of viruses that could cause MS
- Varicella zoster
- Human herpes
- Epstein Barr
Researchers have found that the Varicella zoster is at high levels in the cerebrospinal fluid of people with MS. The ones that cause Human herpes are also linked to multiple sclerosis. And the one called Epstein-Barr was thought to be one of the leading causes, because of the absence of MS in people who were never infected with it. This fact is a big red flag in my book.
Viral infections are thought to be a reason for eventually developing MS in susceptible people. Cir has had numerous sinus infections as a child and young adult. And occasionally, he still gets them, though not as much when he makes sure to get enough vitamin C.
Many of his friends, who are MSers, have also related that they had many infections as children, as well. The relationship between multiple sclerosis and viral infections is very strong.
If you are susceptible to getting infections, take steps to keep from getting them. Eat healthy, exercise (moderate or light, depending on your particular limits). Take care when you are out and wash your hands, especially when you get back home.
I make it a point to do this as soon as I walk in from outside, just to make sure I don't spread anything to Cir that I've picked up on my travels.
I think, if MS is caused by a virus, or at least if it's one of things that must be present - one of many variables - then eliminating that variable will be half the battle.
So get to work, scientists and researchers! A cure is surely in your view! Click the link to read more about the causes of MS.
Related Pages
Want to read about genetics and how it may cause MS? Click the link to read more.
Click here to read about environment as a cause of MS.
Dear Friends,
"Life in Spite of MS is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. We're also part of the Ebay Partner Network, another affiliate program."
We'd also like you to know it doesn't cost one cent more when you click through the links here on our blog. Not one single penny. And we will make a little extra cash when you do click through. We'll be ever so appreciative. You also have our word that we'll only link to things that we would use ourselves, (or wish we could have or use).
Sincerely,
Cir & Akrista
You are reading original content written by Akrista or Cir L'Bert of Life in Spite of MS. If you enjoyed reading this blog, please consider following us on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Instagram. See you there!
Privacy Policy ~ Advertising Policy ~ Disclaimer ~ Contact Us ~ About Us
New! Comments
Have your say about what you just read! Leave me a comment in the box below.