Question 1

i really need to know how long mono stays

Accepted Answer

Awhile: Virus has incubation period of approximately four to six weeks. Signs and symptoms such as fever and sore throat usually lessen within a couple of weeks, although fatigue, enlarged lymph nodes and a swollen spleen may last for a few weeks longer.If develop acute left upper quadrant pain, should contact physician immediately could represent a ruptured spleen.

Question 2

how long does mono last?

Accepted Answer

Varies: Mononucleosis is a viral illness.  It can last from a few days to several weeks to months.  Rest, nutrition, and time are necessary for treatment.  One can have a mild case or a more severe case to include a hepatitis.  If not progressing, please follow up with your pcp or an infectious disease doctor.

Question 3

how long can mono stay in body?

Accepted Answer

Forever: The virus may stay in the body forever as do some other viruses like the chickenpox virus. Most of those infected with the virus will actively shed the germ in saliva for 3-4 weeks while a few do for 3 months. Some will occasionally transiently shed the virus in saliva on and off for many years.Symptoms rarely remain after the first 3 wk-3m period.Chronic fatigue is not caused by mono. (cdc).

Question 4

can someone tell me how long will mono last?

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2-3 months: But the worst symptoms are usually the first 3 weeks.

Question 5

how long is mono contagious?

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Until better: Most viral infections, including mono, are infectious most at the outset, even before you fall ill. Once you are feeling better, you are  usually no longer infectious.

Question 6

i'm wondering how long is mono contagious for?

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Variable: Most are contagious for 2-3 weeks, a few up to 3 months. Rarely a person can shed the germ in saliva off and on for years. Segregation during the active phase is often considered adequate.(2-3 wks).

Question 7

docs, usually how long is mono contagious for?

Accepted Answer

Variable: As long as you are symptomatic and potentially for months later.

Question 8

how long can mono keep your lymph nodes enlarged? mine have been enlarged for about 1 year and 11 months?

Accepted Answer

: Nearly two years is too long for lymph nodes to remain enlarged with a simple mono. It is imperative that you see your doctor and have in-person evaluation.
Wish you good health!

Question 9

how long could mono delay my period? (virgin)

Accepted Answer

Mono: Mono can at least delay 1-2 menstrual periods

Question 10

how long after mono symptoms go away can you drink alcohol and be sexually active?

Accepted Answer

No and NO!: Alcohol is bad for your immune system, makes you more susceptible to a variety of infections and makes it harder for you to get over them. If you are sexually active, you are spreading your mono, which unless you inform your sexual partners that you have, you are putting them at risk of your illness.  This is irresponsible, at the very least. In addition, most people with mono need a lot of rest.

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