EBV infection in adults is not usually fatal and does not usually affect the normal life span of a person.
The most common form of EBV infection is called infectious mononucleosis, which is characterized by fever, rash, sore throat, or fatigue of the limbs. These symptoms can interfere with a person’s normal life, but usually do not affect life expectancy. The vast majority of patients with EBV are insidiously infected and usually have no symptoms, but may develop a high fever and generalized skin lesions when their immune system is lowered, they are less rested, or they are hungover or tired. Of course, if EBV induces lymphoma, it can be life-threatening if not treated promptly and effectively.
Patients who develop symptoms after being infected with EBV can seek medical attention from the dermatology department of their local hospital and, under the guidance of their doctor, choose the appropriate antiviral class of drugs for symptomatic treatment.