10 Symptoms of Epstein-Barr Virus

10. Depression

The Epstein-Barr virus can cause a plethora of physical signs, but it can also cause symptoms of a psychological nature. In rare instances, people develop depression as a result of the infection. [In some cases, the depression can persist for months or even years after the physical symptoms have subsided. Research suggests that the depressive symptoms may be related to the body's immune response to the virus. Mental health stressors can also cause the virus to reactivate, though in most cases symptoms are less severe upon recurrence.