Question 1

i had infectious mononucleosis when i was 17. i have a friend who now has mono, can i catch it?

Accepted Answer

Sort of.: There are two separate viruses that cause mono-like illnesses; ebv is more commonly symptomatic. In an unusual case, someone who already had CMV might get a second round of mono with ebv, or vice versa.

Question 2

can infectious mononucleosis (mono test negative- but antibodies positive- i had it in the past) be the reason for increased tsh? is t4 necessary?

Accepted Answer

Mono not related.: It is unlikely that former infection with mono has any affect on TSH.  TSH is generally elevated if the T4 is low, so it is important to check T4 to determine the decree of hypothyroidism.  Ther are several drugs that can influence thyroid and TSH levels, specifically lithium and amiodarone, a heart med.  See http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/413428

Question 3

what would happen if you had an orgasm while having mono?

Accepted Answer

Mono and Sex: As long as you take precautions as to not tranmit infectious mononucleosis to your partner, there should be no connection between experiencing an orgasm and mono.

Question 4

help please? i want to know what are the infectious stages of mono?

Accepted Answer

Mono: This very common illness can be infectious for a lifetime.  Most people have antibodies against mono and may never get symptoms.
People often carry the mono virus in their mouths for a lifetime. One need not be 'actively' sick with mono to carry and transmit this virus.

Question 5

hello, 
i recovered from mono about 8/9 months ago.  what is the likelihood of me still being infectious?    
thanks!

Accepted Answer

Minimal but possible: The primary infectious period lasts a few weeks in most,  a few months in a few. However, the primary cause is a viruses that can hibernate in your system for years and shed intermittently. It usually doesn't matter because most adults had the illness when younger and retain immunity.

Question 6

how long is mono contagious?

Accepted Answer

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 7

i'm wondering how long is mono contagious for?

Accepted Answer

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 8

is mono contagious after the symptoms are gone?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it can be.: If you have mononucleosis the fever usually resolves within about 10 days.  Swelling of lymph nodes & organs usually resolves within about a month. You may have fatigue from several weeks to several months. You may be contagious for several months (even if asymptomatic).

Question 9

what are signs someone is in the infectious stage of mono?

Accepted Answer

Vague, viral illness: Infectious mononucleosis begins with malaise (feeling unwell), headache and low grade fever. Later on you develop the classic pharyngitis/tonsillitis. cervical lymph node enlargement and tenderness and higher fever.

Question 10

is mono contagious to others that you don't kiss?

Accepted Answer

Fomites: Items contaminated with oral secretions/fluid can transmit the infection, without kissing.

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What would happen if you had an orgasm while having mono?

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Help please? i want to know what are the infectious stages of mono?

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Hello, i recovered from mono about 8/9 months ago. what is the likelihood of me still being infectious? thanks!

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How long is mono contagious?

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I'm wondering how long is mono contagious for?

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Is mono contagious to others that you don't kiss?

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