Many viruses are self-limiting because the body eliminates the virus naturally. Chronic or lingering viruses either don't get better or keep reoccurring. Some can last a lifetime, causing the person to become progressively sicker, including Hepatitis B and C and HIV.
Chronic fatigue syndrome has been linked to viruses, among other possible causes. Other lingering viruses resemble colds or the flu. In all cases, the immune system is the body's best way of eradicating a virus and preventing new infection.
Natural treatments for chronic or lingering viruses are aimed at strengthening the immune response and treating symptoms.
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