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Will having mono predispose someone to always getting sick easier?

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Dr. Steven Hill answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

No: Many people get mono - usually once in their life. It does not routinely afffect them in the future.

Dr Ferguson and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/6/2017

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I have mono. Ive had it for two weeks. Is it worth it to stop kissing my boyfriend? He and I kissed a lot after I was symptomatic and before I was diagnosed. He hasnt had mono before and cant afford to get really sick?

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Partner that I've been sexually active for the past few months just tested positive for mono, when should I get tested? I was ill with mono-like symptoms this past week but have been feeling much better with less symptoms for context?

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