Question 1

what are signs and symptoms of mononucleosis?

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Mono: Sore throat, white spots sometimes on tonsils,  fatigue and swollen lymph nodes that tend to be more posterior ( in back of neck) versus strep throat which is typically more anterior ( front of neck).

Question 2

does mononucleosis cause intense muscle aches? i was diagnosed with mononucleosis and have intense muscle aches both lower legs. and im anemic. i called to get into specialist but its to early because i did new blood work today and theyll call back.

Accepted Answer

Can happen: Some people take months for complete recovery. It would be important to follow your doctor's advice for engaging in physical activity as the virus can cause inflammation of heart muscle as well.
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Question 3

mononucleosis cause and cure?

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Virus: The cause of mononucleosis is the epstein- barr virus. There is no cure. The virus will run its course in time. Meanwhile lots of rest is in order, and avoid contact sports, because sometimes the liver or spleen can be enlarged and more susceptible to injury.

Question 4

could you tell me about mononucleosis?

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Mononucleosis: Mononucleosis is an infection which can be caused by the epstein-barr virus or the cytomegalovirus. It causes swollen lymph nodes, sore throat ; fever and is spread when people have close contact. It is sometimes called the kissing disease. Avoid sharing utensils or kissing if someone has mononucleosis.

Question 5

what do you recommend for mononucleosis?

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Mono: Treat the symptoms (fever- fluids , tylenol) do not give Aspirin ever. In severe cases may need hospitalization (severe throat swelling , abdominal pain-spleen enlargement-, respiratory distress. It could take 6 weeks for full recovery. Fever may last up to 2 weeks.

Question 6

how contagious is mononucleosis?

Accepted Answer

Somewhat: Transmission during acute disease is unusual since most of these patients are i'll and not in the mood to be with others.  However, in convalescence and years afterwards, ebv will be silently excreted in saliva. Called the kissing disease, infection can occur during this time by exposure to saliva.

Question 7

what is non infectious mononucleosis?

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I do not know: Infectious mono is a serious viral mediated illness which is well known.
Other viral, illnesses, and bacterial illnesses can cause similar symptoms of sore throat, nodes, malaise etc.

Question 8

how severe is infectious mononucleosis?

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Usually not: Most people with mono are much better after 1-2 weeks but may have times of fatigue on and off.

Question 9

could i get some insight on mononucleosis?

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Maybe,maybe not: Mono is usually a mild flu like illness in kids, but intensifies in older patients.In most it will run it's course in 3 weeks, in 10% it may take 3 mo and rare patients have significant complications.  Avoidance of potential trauma is advised as the spleen is often enlarged and could rupture if traumatized.

Question 10

is mononucleosis considered a type of  herpes?

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Play on words: The public perception of the word herpes is primarily focused on cold sores or genital herpes which are forms of the herpes simplex virus. The scientific application of the word is as a family of viruses that includes many viruses including the chickenpox virus (h.Zoster) and e.B. Virus or human herpes virus 3, that causes most cases of mono.

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