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There are roughly 14 primary symptoms of a chronic EV infection. If patients experience at least 7/14 primary EV symptoms, and have ruled out most other bacterial, fungal, and viral infections, they should rule out a chronic EV infection. Chronic EV infections are not on the list of exclusionary diseases that doctors screen patients for.  If patients cannot pinpoint what is wrong with them, this is a "red flag", and steps should be taken to rule out an EV infection.


In addition to primary symptoms, patients who eat shellfish, or are exposed to small children, can be at an increased risk for EV infections.  Many chronically infected EV patients are mothers, day care workers, or even flight attendants.

If symptoms are cyclic (up and down), and stress and hormones can worsen them, please rule out an EV infection. 

Chronic EV infections tend to worsen if patients are active, athletic, or stressed.

GI symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and even acid reflux can help diagnose a chronic EV infection.

14 Primary Symptoms of Chronic Enterovirus Infection

* Nightsweats
* Headaches, or "heavy head"
* Sore throat or tender lymph nodes
* Fatigue or more severe fatigue with increased exertion
* Low grade fever (>100.5) 
* Respiratory cough or shortness of breath
* Muscle pain, joint pain, or general body soreness
* Diarrhea, vomiting or very soft stool in cycles
* Sensitivity to light or noise
* Difficulty sleeping and/or unrefreshed sleep
* Neuropsychological signs (irritability, confusion, forgetfulness, depression)
* Chest pain during deep breath
* Rash on chest or hands or 
* Sores or blisters in mouth

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