[Epstein-Barr virus and herpes simplex infection assessment in schizophrenia and bipolar patients compared to healthy subjects]

ABSTRACT

Background and Aim: Some viruses [including herpes viruses] due to neurotropic properties and latency are considered as a possible factor in many central nervous system disorders, including schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. The aim of the current study was to assess the level of IgG antibodies against Herpes Simplex virus [HSV] and Epstein-Barr virus [EBV] in these diseases