Mononucleious

Were you looking for information about Mononucleosis? Mononucleious is a common misspelling of mononucleosis.
 
Mononucleosis (mono), an illness caused by a virus, occurs most commonly in adolescents and young adults. It is nicknamed the "kissing disease" because it is typically spread through saliva and mucus. Swollen lymph nodes, sore throat, and fever are some of the most common symptoms. Although there is no cure for mononucleosis, various treatment options are available to help relieve symptoms as your body fights the virus.
 
(To learn more, click Mononucleosis. This article explains how common mono is, describes other symptoms, and explains how the condition is diagnosed. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for specific information.)
 
Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD