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Epitope
A particular segment of an antigen that the body’s antibodies can
recognize and bind to.
See Also: Antibody
Antigen

Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) E
A human herpesvirus that causes infectious mononucleosis (mono),
a contagious disease. Symptoms of infectious mononucleosis
are fever, sore throat, and swollen lymph nodes. EBV infection
can also lead to oral hairy leukoplakia, Burkitt’s lymphoma, and
nasopharyngeal carcinoma, especially in immunocompromised
people, such as those with HIV.
See Also: Burkitt’s Lymphoma
Human Herpesviruses
Oral Hairy Leukoplakia (OHL)

Eradication
In terms of an infectious disease, the complete removal of a
pathogen (such as HIV). Although eradication of HIV is currently not
possible, antiretroviral treatment can control the disease through the
suppression of viral load.
See Also: Viral Load (VL)

Erythema
Abnormal redness of the skin caused by a buildup of red blood cells
in the capillaries.

Erythema Multiforme
A type of rash that can occur in response to drugs, illness, or
infections, such as herpes simplex or mycoplasma infections.
Severe forms of this condition include Stevens-Johnson syndrome
(SJS) and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN). These may also be
serious side effects of some anti-HIV drugs.
See Also: Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS)
Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN)

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