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I'm extremely tired, have swollen glands, congestion, sneezing, bad headaches--for 2 weeks now. thought it was a cold, b/c no fever. could it be mono?

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Dr. Melissa Gowans answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Lymphadenopathy: Mono is certainly on the differential diagnosis. To know for certain, visit your doc for evaluation and possibly lab work if needed.

Answered 6/19/2015

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