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What isn mono, what disease/bacteria those it bring ?

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Dr. Alexander Gorup answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Viral infection: Caused by epstein barr virus. Symptoms include fever, throat pain, tonsil swelling, gland swelling. If you think you have it, see a doctor.

Dr Wright agreed

Answered 1/7/2015

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