Mononucleous

Were you looking for information about Mononucleosis? Mononucleous is a common misspelling of mononucleosis.
 
Mononucleosis (mono) is a contagious disease that is spread through saliva and mucus. It is caused by a virus and is most common in people 10 to 35 years old. Symptoms will vary among individuals, but may include lack of energy, fever, sore throat, and white patches on the back of the throat. There is currently no treatment to kill either of the viruses that cause mononucleosis, but various treatment options are available to relieve symptoms of the illness while your body fights the infection.
 
(Click Mononucleosis for more information on what causes mono, what other symptoms may occur, and how the disease 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