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what is glandular fever?

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Common name: This is a lay term for a condition also known as mono.

Question 2

what is glandular fever and relation to high iga levels?

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Indicates infection: Glandular fever, an uncommon name for mononucleosis, triggers immune responses in those infected. The immune system makes igg, igm, & IgA antibodies against the epstein-barr (ebv) virus. Elevated IgA against ebv mean good active immune function. Total IgA - IgA directed against all sorts of stuff - is not elevated in mono. This could be result of misunderstanding of 1989 report by wakiguchi et al.

Question 3

what is the symptoms of glandular fever? when should i consult a dr?

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Soon!: Glandular fever (called infectious mononucleosis in the USA) is a disease that usually affects kids and young adults.  It can present with a sore throat and fatigue.  However, there are other causes of the same symptoms and it is important to be sure that you don't have strep throat, which needs to be treated.  Glandular fever is a viral infection and gets better on its own after 1 month or so.

Question 4

what is the treatment for glandular fever?

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No clear treatment.: Apparently, glandular fever is a viral infection caused by the epstein-barr virus.  It can be transmitted by oral contact, like kissing, and airborne saliva droplets.  At this time, there is no specific treatment.  Paracetamol/tylenol and nsaids (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) can be used to help the flu like symptoms.  Otherwise it resolves over 2-4 weeks without issues.

Question 5

how do you get glandular fever?

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EBV: Glandular fever is caused by the epstein barr virus and is also known as mononucleosis. The virus is contracted by contact with another person who is infected, generally through saliva. Used to be called the "kissing disease" for this reason. Coughing and sharing utensils and cups etc can also spread the disease. Sometimes people are infectious without having symptoms.

Question 6

how do you treat glandular fever

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Supportive care: Glandular fever (or infectious mononucleosis, as it is known in the us) is caused by the epstein barr virus; treatment is purely supportive care to reduce fever and aches with nsaids or tylenol (acetaminophen).

Question 7

how long does glandular fever last?

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Glandular fever: Following infection by the virus, symptoms usually persist for 2-3 weeks, but fatigue can be more prolonged.

Question 8

how to recover from glandular fever?

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Rest and hydrate: Primary Epstein Barr Virus infection (mononucleosis or glandular fever) rarely requires more than supportive therapy. This includes acetaminophen or non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for fever and pain, getting adequate fluids and nutrition.

Question 9

how to know if i have glandular fever?

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Blood test: Heterophile antibody test would be the first step.

Question 10

i have glandular fever relapse helpppp?

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Mononucleosis: How long ago did you previously have mononucleosis? Are you sure that this is mono -again? Your  medical provider can help to sort this out. Hydration, rest &amp; acetaminophen can be used to reduce both fever &amp; pain. Some patients with severe symptoms may need steroids.

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