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How long does it take to get over mono?
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Weeks to months: Depending on the severity of the illness and the age of the patient it can take several weeks to a few months for compete recovery.
Answered 5/22/2015
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Most 2-3 wks: For most teens or adults this would gradually improve after 2-3 weeks. A subset of 1/4 may have persisting problems for 2-3 mo. There is a myth about a "chronic" mono (yrs) that has been refuted by the CDC.
Answered 5/24/2017
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