how do you get mono? and how do you get rid of it?
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you can get mono from kissing, sharing a pop, a ciggarette,etc. because it's a virus , antibiotics won't work. it is common for the throat to get infected & the breath to get very foul--this means you will have to go get some antibiotics from the doc. mono can last anywhere from 2 weeks to 8 weeks. sometimes 3 months. it is also called sleeping sickness because sometimes you can't do much more than sleep .\n to help it go away faster--throw away your old toothbrush & get a new one. run it under hot water when done brushing & rinse it in some listerine. gargle often with warm salt water for sore throat & well...get lotsa rest & try to drink lotsa fluids
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If unshakeable fatigue, fever, and a relentless sore throat have you living from nap to nap, there’s a chance you have infectious mononucleosis. But don’t let the mere mention of mono bring to mind horrors such as months of bed rest, banishment from all sports, quarantine from roommates and friends, or dropping out for the semester!\n\nSome Facts About Mono:\n• Most people who get mono are up and around within two weeks, often sooner.\n• There’s no need to quarantine someone with mono. People with mono rarely give the disease to roommates or friends with whom they have only casual contact.\n• While strenuous exercise and contact sports my be discouraged for one to two months after you get mono, other activities can be resumed earlier.\n\nWhat Is Infectious Mononucleosis\nInfectious mononucleosis (commonly called mono) is an illness that can be caused by several agents. The Epstein Barr Virus (EBV) causes more than 95 percent of cases among adolescents and adults. EBV is usually in the body 30-50 days before an infected person develops symptoms. Early symptoms can include feeling rundown, loss of appetite, and slight headaches. After three to five days, acute symptoms usually become apparent. These may include sore throat, fatigue, swollen glands, fever, muscle aches, and sometimes a skin rash. The spleen is often enlarged and some liver enzyme changes occur. Not all of these symptoms are present in every case, however.\n\nHow Do I Know If I Have Mono?\nIf your symptoms resemble the ones described here, it doesn’t necessarily mean you have mono. But you should visit a health professional who will evaluate your symptoms and possibly test your blood for mono antibodies. It is often necessary to wait until you’ve been sick for five to seven days before mono tests can be run, because it can take at least that long for mono antibodies in the blood to reach detectable levels.\n\nPreliminary screening tests for mono can give results within a day or two. If you test negative for mono but your symptoms continue to suggest that you have the infection, your health professional may repeat the test. Even with the most accurate tests, about 15 percent of adolescents and adults who have mono will test negative at first. This can happen when a person fails to produce antibodies for mono. Other, more specific blood tests may be given in these cases.\n\nHow Did I Get Mono?\nInfectious mononucleosis is spread through saliva, hence its nickname—the “kissing disease.” Even though this means the disease is almost always spread through intimate contact, don’t be surprised if you can’t figure out who gave you the infection. People with mono can only recall contact with another infected person in about six percent of cases, according to recent studies.\n\nIt can be hard to tell who passed the infection to you because only about a third of the people who become infected with EBV develop classic mono. An infected person who never gets ill can unknowingly give the virus to others. Also, people who have had mono can still have the virus in their saliva long after the illness is over. Typically, the virus is present in the saliva for about 30-45 days, but in some people it can appear on and off in the saliva for up to 18 months. A majority of cases probably are contracted through intimate contact between a susceptible person (someone who can catch mono because they have never formed antibodies to EBV), and a healthy person who has EBV in their saliva. In most cases, people who have been infected with EBV are immune from ever getting the virus again.\n\nHow is Mono Treated?\nAntibiotics are not useful in treating viral diseases like mono. While there’s no shot or pill to cure mono, your body should be able to successfully fight the infection if you take proper care of yourself while sick. \n\nTreatment usually includes adequate rest and a pain reliever such as acetaminophen (the active ingredient in Tylenol) for your fever, sore t
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Yes, the fatigue you are still experiencing COULD be from mono.\nI was out of school for 6 months when I had mono in junior high.\nLet me tell you, it was ROUGH.  I know a girl who had mono our \n10th grade year--she was diagnosed in January and wasn't back until November.  She had to repeat 10th grade because of it.  I got\nlucky when I had it--I was diagnosed early in the school year and\nwhen I got back I was put into a resource room so I could work on all of my back work.  It took me 3 weeks to catch up so I could join my class. It sucked--but at least I didn't have to be held back a grade because of it.\n\nHave you talked to your doctor about this?  If you have fatigue that is taking away from your life then I think you need to talk to your doctor about it, if you haven't already.  Your doctor might be able to tell you some things that can help with the fatigue.  More importantly, your doctor can do tests to make sure your fatigue isn't from something other than mono.  There are lots of other illnesses that can cause your fatigue--there's chronic fatigue syndrome and anemia for instance.  Seeing your doctor to pinpoint your fatigue is the best thing you can do for yourself--you can find the source and rule out a more serious cause.\n\nTake care, and I will keep you in my prayers for God to help heal you.
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(m)\n\nInfectious mononucleosis (also known in North America as mono, the kissing disease or Pfeiffer's disease, and more commonly known as glandular fever in other English-speaking countries) is a disease seen most commonly in adolescents and young adults, characterized by fever, sore throat and fatigue. It is caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) or the cytomegalovirus (CMV). It is typically transmitted from asymptomatic individuals through saliva or blood, or by sharing a drinking glass, eating utensils, or needles. The disease is far less contagious than is commonly thought. Since the causative virus is also found in the mucous of the infected person, it can also spread through coughing or sneezing.\n\nIt is estimated that 90% of adults in the world have EBV-antibodies, having been infected with the Epstein-Barr virus at some point in their lives. The vast majority of infections do not result in the development of mononucleosis. The virus infects B cells (B-lymphocytes), producing a reactive lymphocytosis and the atypical T cells (T-lymphocytes). Early childhood infections often cause no symptoms. In developed countries with less crowded conditions and better hygiene, children do not commonly become infected until adolescence. Since they also typically begin dating at that age, the co-occurrence of mono and kissing have led to its being called the "kissing disease," although this is but one of its modes of transmission.\n\nThe disease is so-named because the count of mononuclear leukocytes (white blood cells with a one-lobed nucleus) rises significantly. There are two main types of mononuclear leukocytes: monocytes and lymphocytes. They normally account for about 35% of all white blood cells. With Mono, it can become 50-70% Also, the total white blood count increases 10000-20000 per cubic millimeter.
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Infectious mononucleosis (often called simply "mono") is a common viral infection that causes fever, sore throat, and enlarged lymph nodes. The most common complaint is a sore throat. Mono is commonly caused by the Epstein-Barr virus, but other viruses, such as cytomegalovirus (CMV), can also cause mono. Mono is most frequently diagnosed in teenagers and young adults.\n\nThe illness generally goes away without medical help. However, it may last from weeks to months. Treatment is mainly to ease symptoms, usually at home, with plenty of rest and fluids.\n\nBy adulthood, 90-95% of men and women have been infected. Mono usually occurs in people aged 15-25 years. Mono is highly contagious. Not surprisingly, 1-3% of college students contract mono each year. Infection spreads through exposure to body fluids containing the virus. It is most often transmitted via saliva (hence the name "kissing disease"). However, mono can also be spread through blood and genital secretions.\n\nSerious complications rarely occur.
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Once you get mono, the virus stays in your body, and it may appear in various bodily fluids (e.g., saliva) from time to time.  However, you will not (for the most part) exhibit the symptoms of it again.\n\nIt is important that if you are showing mono symtoms again after being diagnosed once before, you should see a doctor so they can properly diagnose what you have.
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Infectious mononucleosis, also referred to as glandular fever, Pfeiffer's disease, or the kissing disease. it is a disease seen most commonly in adolescents and young adults, characterized by fever, sore throat, muscle soreness and fatigue (symptoms of a common cold or allergies).\nPeople with mono also have:\n\nEnlarged spleen (splenomegaly, which may lead to rupture) or liver (hepatomegaly) \n\nAbdominal pain \n\nAching muscles \n\nHeadache \n\nLoss of appetite \n\nJaundice \n\nDepression \n\nWeakness \n\nSkin rash \n\nDizziness or Disorientation \n\nSupra-Orbital Oedema (the eyes become puffy and swollen) may occur in the early stages of infection
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no\nInfectious mononucleosis\nFrom Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia\n(Redirected from Mononucleosis)\nJump to: navigation, search\nInfectious mononucleosis ICD-10 B27 \nICD-9 075 \nInfectious mononucleosis (also known in North America as mono, the kissing disease or Pfeiffer's disease, and more commonly known as glandular fever in other English-speaking countries) is a disease seen most commonly in adolescents and young adults, characterized by fever, sore throat and fatigue. It is caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) or the cytomegalovirus (CMV). It is typically transmitted from asymptomatic individuals through saliva or blood, or by sharing a drinking glass, eating utensils, or needles. The disease is far less contagious than is commonly thought. Since the causative virus is also found in the mucus of the infected person, it can also spread through coughing or sneezing.\n\nIt is estimated that 90% to 95% of adults in the world have EBV-antibodies, having been infected with the Epstein-Barr virus at some point in their lives. The vast majority of infections do not result in the development of mononucleosis. The virus infects B cells (B-lymphocytes), producing a reactive lymphocytosis and the atypical T cells (T-lymphocytes). Early childhood infections often cause no symptoms. In developed countries with less crowded conditions and better hygiene, children do not commonly become infected until adolescence. Since they also typically begin dating at that age, the co-occurrence of mono and kissing have led to its being called the "kissing disease," although this is but one of its modes of transmission.\n\nThe disease is so-named because the count of mononuclear leukocytes (white blood cells with a one-lobed nucleus) rises significantly. There are two main types of mononuclear leukocytes: monocytes and lymphocytes. They normally account for about 35% of all white blood cells. With Mono, it can become 50-70% Also, the total white blood count increases 10000-20000 per cubic millimeter.\n\nContents [hide]\n1 Epidemiology \n2 Clinical presentation \n3 Atypical presentations of mononucleosis/EBV infection \n4 Laboratory tests \n5 Treatment \n6 Mortality/morbidity \n6.1 Interactions with common drugs \n7 External links \n \n\n\n[edit]\nEpidemiology\nThe incidence of clinically recognizable infectious mononucleosis caused by EBV is estimated at 45 per 100 000 in the US. In developing countries, an estimated 90% of children undergo an asymptomatic EBV-infection, and thus are not susceptible to infectious mononucleosis of EBV.\n\n[edit]\nClinical presentation\nA person can be infected with the virus for weeks or months before any symptoms appear. Symptoms usually appear 4-7 weeks after infection, and may resemble strep throat or other bacterial or viral respiratory infections. These first signs of the disease are commonly confused with cold and flu symptoms. The typical symptoms and signs of mononucleosis are:\n\nFever - this varies from mild to severe, but is seen in nearly all cases. \nEnlarged and tender lymph nodes - particularly the posterior cervical lymph nodes, on both sides of the neck. \nSore throat - seen in nearly all patients with EBV-mononucleosis \nFatigue (sometimes extreme fatigue) \nSome patients also display:\n\nEnlarged spleen (splenomegaly, which may lead to rupture) or liver (hepatomegaly) \nAbdominal pain \nAching muscles \nHeadache \nLoss of appetite \nJaundice \nDepression \nWeakness \nSkin rash \nAfter an initial prodrome of 1-2 weeks, the fatigue of mono often lasts from 1-2 months. The virus can remain dormant in the B cells indefinitely after symptoms have disappeared, and resurface at a later date. Many people exposed to the Epstein-Barr virus do not show symptoms of the disease, but carry the virus and can transmit it to others. This is especially true in children, in whom infection seldom causes more than a very mild illness which often goes undiagnosed. This feature, along with mono's lo
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get a blood test and make sure you don't have mono.  also it might be a sleep problem, do you snore really loud?  you might have a sleeping disorder.
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Mononucleosis is caused by the Epstein-Barr Virus.  The virus remains in your body for life.  Most people develop the necessary antibodies to resist getting mono again.  If 2 people have mono and kiss, nothing will happen.  Since mono is a virus, it will run it's course generally in 1-2 months.
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No ,it's not normal. I also had this many years as a teen and up to my 40s. Dr. said you must have had mono back then, so you're immune system is impared. Also took many supplements and extra vitamins. Helped some.Then after nursing my dying mother,moving ,going through lots of emotional,stuff.Found that stress and procastion, seemed to add to my tiredness. New life ,excersise ,be happy, let go of some of,[I've got to].tackle chores you don't like first.Also new Doctor said I have chronic fatique, put me on anti-depression meds,and something pepole with narcolseply take. Feel much better,and I'm a senior. Go to Dr.until they listen to you. ALSO BE LIVING LIFE DOING THINGS YOU WANT TO.Excersize is not an option .Walking is great. It starts with the first step .Fake it till you make it.It's your life ,laugh ,be interested in things you see on walks,and soon you won't have to fake it. Please let me hear from you later on,so I'll know how you're doing.LOVE YOURSELF!!!!
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A healthy diet, try 5 small meals a day, take iron [best in liquid form] a multivitamin [that will be absorbed into your system try to find liquid ones] drink fluids and rest several times a day so your body can fight.\nDo not let anyone drink or eat after you, excuse me but no kissing sorry it will spread the mono, wash your hands after any sneezing or blowing your nose and keep your bathroom extra clean-same for kitchen. If you have a dishwasher use it.If not very hot water needs to be used to wash and rinse your dishes.\nPardon me but, if you drool at night wash your pillowcase Do not re-sleep on it this too can spread the mono.\nExperienced with mono... stay healthy or it will come back.
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I don't think it's real serious, my son had an enlarged spleen when he had mono. He had to take it easy- no contact sports etc. I think you have to figure out why it is enlarged.
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it could be mono or a flu virus
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http://www.doctoryourself.com/mono.html\n\nYoud be surprized how fast 1000mg vitamin C every hour gets rid of a sore throat. (in hours) It shortens the span of any illness when done right. Check it out.\n\nhttp://www.doctoryourself.com/titration.html\n\nGargle with salt water for the sore throat. The organisms causing the sore throat cannot live in an acidic environment. This is why the salt helps. Do this every couple hours or so until relief is acheived. Dont drink or eat afterwards so that the acidity can be maintained.
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Its only contagious as long as the person is running a fever. Once the fever has stopped its ok. Besides those with mono are quartined until they are no longer able to spread it. If he had it in January odds are you are safe.
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few ways to get rid of it:\n\n1] drink lots of plain water.\n2] take a deep breath and hold it for as long as you can.\n\nusually i find no.2 works faster and better.\nif it still doesnt work, go to the doctor, that's what most peole suggest.