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What is mono?

Updated: 11/12/2022
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== Mononucleosis, also called "mono," is a common viral illness that can leave you feeling tired and weak for weeks or months. Mono goes away on its own, but lots of rest and good self-care can help you feel better. == Mono is caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). It is most often seen in adolescents and young adults. Children can get the virus, but it often goes unnoticed because their symptoms are mild. Adults usually do not get mono, because they have immunity to the virus. Mono can be spread through contact with saliva, mucus from the nose and throat, and sometimes tears. Because the virus can be spread through kissing, it has earned the nickname the "kissing disease." If you have mono, you can avoid passing the virus to others by not kissing anyone and by not sharing things like glasses, eating utensils, or toothbrushes. As soon as you get over mono, your symptoms will go away for good, but you will always carry the virus that caused it. The virus may become active from time to time without causing any symptoms. When the virus is active, it can be spread to others.
When people use the colloquial term "mono" they are often referring to a disease formally known as Infectious mononucleosis which is a communicable disease characterized by fever, sore throat, fatigue and swollen lymph nodes. Persons afflicted by the disease should rest and not engage in strenuous activity and seek medical counsel.

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Monos is an island in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago.

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