10 Epstein Barr Virus Symptoms
Symptom #4: Skin Rash
A skin rash that develops after four to six weeks since possible exposure to EBV is among the first symptoms of Epstein Barr Virus infection. Exposure to EBV can occur from kissing or contact with body fluids like saliva, semen and blood of an infected person. However, it may be difficult to determine whether the rash is a result Epstein Barr Virus or another infection. This is because other conditions including infections with other viruses and bacteria can present with a similar rash.
An EBV rash usually appears as flat patches with small red bumps. It starts on the upper arms and the trunk before spreading to the forearms and the face. Little blisters may also form. The rash usually lasts for no more than one week.
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