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Could you tell me what are chances of spleen rupture when you have mono?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Splenic Rupture: 0.1% to 0.2% of patients with mononucleosis experience a ruptured spleen.

Answered 5/25/2013

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Depends: You are more likely to experience this type of complication if you are involved in a fall or other trauma while the spleen is enlarged. Most recommend avoidance of such things as contact sports, bicycle or horseback riding and similar endeavors.

Answered 7/2/2013

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