INFECTIOUS MONONUCLEOSIS

WHAT IS MONONUCLEOSIS?

• Mononucleosis, also known as "mono," is a common
• Illness that can leave you feeling tired and weak
• For weeks or even months.

WHAT CAUSES MONO?

• Mono is caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV)
• According to the Centers for Disease Control and Provention (CDC)
• EBV is a member of the herpesvirus family and is one of the most common
• Viruses to infect humans around the world.

WHO IS AT RISK OF GETTING MONO?

• Anyone who regularly comes into close contact with large numbers
• Of people is at an increased risk. Most common from 15-25.
• Young kids can be infected but often goes unnoticed.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

• Fever
• Sore throat
• Swollen lymph glands in the neck and armpits.
• Headache and fatigue
• Swollen tonsils and night sweats.

COMPLICATIONS OF MONO.

• Most often not serious.
• In some cases people with mono sometimes develop secondary
• Infections such as strep throat, sinus infections, or tonsillitis.

REFERENCES

• Webmd.com
• Healthline.com