Information on Mono

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How is mono spread? As explained in this eMedTV segment, mono is usually spread through saliva and mucus. This article discusses other ways in which mono may be spread, such as sipping from the same straw or glass as an infected person.

For most people with mono, symptoms include such things as swollen glands, fever, and sore throat. This eMedTV Web page describes these and other possible symptoms of mono, such as body aches, chills, and fatigue.

A monospot test is used to confirm a diagnosis of mononucleosis, or mono. This portion of the eMedTV archives explains how a monospot blood test works, how accurate it is, and the other tests that may be used to diagnose mono.

In cases of mono, treatment involves relieving symptoms of the illness while the body fights the virus. This eMedTV article discusses treatment options for mono, such as bed rest, pain medications, antibiotics, and steroids.

As this eMedTV segment explains, possible complications of mono include a wide range of health problems, such as anemia, ruptured spleen, and meningitis. This article looks at these and other rarely occurring complications associated with mono.