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If you recovered from severe almost death of mononucleosis in childhood, can it destroy your immune system?

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Dr. Nayla Mumneh answered

No: Mono does not destroy the immune system.

Dr Ferguson and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/11/2016

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A member asked:

If you recovered from severe almost death of mononucleosis in childhood, can it destroy your immune system?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Nayla Mumneh answered

Dr Ferguson and 2 doctors agreed

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