No, you cannot go from JCV positive to negative.
JC Virus (JCV) is a common virus that infects most people by adulthood. Once you have been infected with JCV, the virus remains in your body for life. This means that even if you test positive for JCV at some point, you will always have the virus in your system.
However, it's important to understand that being JCV positive doesn't necessarily mean you will develop Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy (PML), a rare and serious brain infection caused by JCV.
PML only occurs in people with weakened immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS or undergoing certain immunosuppressive treatments.
Therefore:
- While you can't become JCV negative, you can take steps to manage your health and reduce your risk of developing PML if you are JCV positive.
- These steps might include maintaining a healthy immune system and discussing your risk factors with your doctor.
