Epstein
Epstein
Epstein (pronounced EP-steen) is a surname of Jewish origin. It is not typically associated with medical terminology, but it is most commonly associated with the Epstein-Barr virus in the medical field.
Epstein-Barr Virus
The Epstein-Barr virus (pronounced EP-steen-BAR), also known as human herpesvirus 4, is one of eight known human herpesvirus types in the herpes family, and is one of the most common viruses in humans. The virus was named after Michael Epstein and Yvonne Barr, who first discovered and documented it in 1964.
Transmission
The Epstein-Barr virus is most commonly transmitted through bodily fluids, primarily saliva. It can also be transmitted through blood and semen during sexual contact, blood transfusions, and organ transplantations.
Symptoms
The Epstein-Barr virus can cause infectious mononucleosis, also known as mono or the "kissing disease." Symptoms include fatigue, fever, inflamed throat, swollen lymph nodes in the neck, enlarged spleen, swollen liver, or rash. Many people become infected with EBV in childhood.
Related Terms
- Infectious mononucleosis - A type of infection caused by the Epstein-Barr virus.
- Lymphoma - A type of cancer that Epstein-Barr virus can sometimes cause.
- Nasopharyngeal carcinoma - A rare type of head and neck cancer that Epstein-Barr virus can sometimes cause.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Epstein
- Wikipedia's article - Epstein
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