Infectious Mononucleosis
Infectious mononucleosis is an acute viral disease caused by the Epstein-Barr virus. It is spread person-to-person through contact of the infected person’s saliva. Mono is usually spread by sharing eating utensils, hand-to-hand contact and kissing. Symptoms usually appear four to six weeks after initial contact.
Symptoms
- Fever
- Fatigue
- Swollen lymph glands in the neck
- Sore throat
- Pain in the upper left part of the abdomen
Self-Care
- Rest
- Drink plenty of liquids
- Take over-the-counter pain relievers such as Tylenol or ibuprofen
- For sore throat, gargle with salt water. Mix ½ teaspoon with warm water several times daily
Web MD Mono Overview
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