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Mononucleosis

Sometimes referred to as“Mono”or “Kissing Disease”

Health 12 Class

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What is Mono?

Mono is an infection that is caused by the Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV). EBV is very common and majority of people have been exposed to this virus sometime in their childhood. Some people may be exposed to the virus, but do not exhibit any symptoms. People that have been affected by EBV carry this virus in their system all their lives. If one has had mono in the past, majority he/she most likely will not get sick or show symptoms again.

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Symptoms of Mono

Fever Sore Throat Fatigue Swollen Lymph Nodes in neck/ body Enlargement of the Spleen Inflammation of the Liver Loss of appetite Chills Reddened throat or tonsils Dry mouth Headache

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What Cause Mono?

EBV is found throughout the world. In U.S., 95% of antibodies against EBV can be detected in the blood of most people by 35-40 years old. Basically, sometime in their lives they had it and the immune system produces antibodies to fight invading viruses and bacteria.

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What are risk factors of Mono?

EBV can infect any person. Mono is most commonly diagnosed in individuals ages 15-17 years of age. Also, mono is seen in children.

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Spread of Mono

Person-to-person contact. Primarily method of spreading mono is through saliva. Sneezing or coughing (infected droplets or mucous projected in air and inhaled by others). Sharing food or beverages with infected person’s saliva. (utensils, containers, etc...).

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Duration of Mono

4 to 6 weeks from when symptoms appear. Research states that 20%-80% of people who have recovered from Mono will secrete the EVB in their saliva for years due to “periodic reactivations” of the viral infections.

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Exams and T ests for Mono

Blood count test- to show WBC”S to be high because of infection. Liver function test- to show elevation of liver enzyme levels. Antibody test- to measure antibodies.

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T reatment for Mono

Bed rest Drink plenty of fluids Gargle with warm salt water Avoid strenuous exercise - spleen may be enlarged and vigorous may cause spleen to rupture. Follow doctors orders!!!!

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References

www.cdc.gov/mononucleosis www.medicinenet.com

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