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Is mono a form of herpes?

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No: Mono (infectious mononucleosis) is caused by epstein barr virus (ebv), and herpes sores are caused by herpes simplex viruses type 1 or type 2. Herpes simplex and ebv are different viruses.

Answered 4/8/2017

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Yes: Yes it is caused by one of the herpes viruses.

Answered 3/16/2013

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Not really!: Both can be orally contagious, but very different!

Answered 10/24/2017

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