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mononucleosis is not infectious

Typically it runs its course in 10-30 days. However people with weakened or suppressed immune systems, such as AIDS or organ-transplant patients, are especially vulnerable to potentially serious complications from mononucleosis. The most effective treatment for infectious mononucleosis is rest, followed by a gradual return to normal activities. If the spleen is enlarged, all contact sports, heavy lifting, and jarring activity such as cheerleading, should be avoided until the enlargement has subsided completely. However exercise such as swimming, running, and other non-contact sports may be resumed. Since mononucleosis can involve the liver, it is important not to consume alcohol. Although there is no cure for mononucleosis, alternative remedies may help the body to fight the infection and relieve symptoms. Medical practitioners recommend eating four to six small daily meals of unprocessed foods, fresh fruits, and vegetables. It is important to drink plenty of water. Meat, sugar, saturated fats, and caffeinated and decaffeinated drinks should be avoided. Gargling with salt water (one half teaspoon in one cup of warm water) or lozenges may relieve a sore throat. Vitamins A, B-complex, and C, and magnesium, calcium, and potassium supplements can boost the immune system and increase energy levels.

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The most effective treatment for infectious mononucleosis is rest and a gradual return to regular activities. Individuals with mild cases may not require bed rest but should limit their activities.

Epstein-Barr is a virus in the herpes family (number 4) that is best known as the cause of infectious mononucleosis (also called mono and glandular fever). It was first described in 1968 by Epstein and Barr. Around nine out of 10 adults carry the virus, making it one of the commonest human viral infections around. The virus "hides" from our immune systems until they weaken and then they attack. Many times this results in cancer of the lymph system. It has been commonly seen in HIV patients and organ transplant patients because their immune systems are not working well.

In general, yes, it is safe. However, you will want to take extra precautions, especially if you are traveling alone.

1) Mononucleosis is known as the "kissing disease" but can be transmitted via other means. Airports and airplanes can be hotbeds for spreading infectious disease. Be sure to protect others around you even more vigilantly than normal (when sneezing/coughing or when the stewardess takes your trash that may have your fluids for example).

2) Your spleen is typically enlarged when you have mononucleosis and strenuous activity such as heavy lifting can lead to rupture. As humbling it may be, don't take risks with lifting baggage, even for short distances or heights. Ask someone to assist you with checking and claiming bags and using the overhead compartments.

3) Make sure you're up for it. Mononucleosis can be extremely deliberating, making even the most menial tasks difficult. Travel of any sort is stressful and will increase substantially with mononucleosis. Weigh your symptoms vs the purpose of your travel. Don't forget that your illness may interfere with your plans once your reach your destination and consider whether the making the trip is worth the effort in the first place.

Some animals can get mononucleosis. Animals like cats and dogs can contract the disease but cross contamination from pets to people is not possible.

From direct physical contact with an infected person. It was called the kissing disease years ago. You can even get it by sharing a glass or a straw or utensils when eating and drinking.

It is a viral infection, caused by Epstein-barr. It is commonly known as the kissing disease.You would get it through saliva.

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Eptein-Barr virus

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It is a viral infection, caused by the Epstein-barr virus. Commonly known as the kissing disease. Symptoms include sore throat, fever, fatigue, malaise, pharyngeal inflammation, vomiting, petechiae and loss of appetite, lymphadenopathy (enlarged lymph nodes), splenomegaly (enlarged spleen), hepatitis (refers to inflammation of hepatocytes-cells in the liver) and hemolysis (the bursting of red blood cells).

Mono is a disease caused by kissing someone or drinking after someone. Mono means one, so you can only get it one time.

It is sometimes called the "kissing disease." It is caused by a virus that infects your throat, liver, and blood. Mono is contagious, which means you can spread the virus too.

Although there is no way to avoid becoming infected with EBV, paying general attention to good hygiene and avoiding sharing beverage glasses or having close contact with people who have mononucleosis or cold symptoms can help.

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 are immune 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.

Infectious mononucleosis can be caused by either cytomegalovirus (CMV) or Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). Both of these viruses belong to the Herpesviridae family. The classical virus that causes mono and a positive monospot test is the Epstein-Barr virus. Both are very common viruses that usually just cause a cold. In some people, usually teens and young adults, they can cause "mono." The form caused by the EBV is by far the most common.

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The discovery of mononucleosis cannot be claimed by any one person, but the term itself was first used by Thomas Peck Sprunt and Frank Alexander Evans in 1920.

For information about how it was discovered, see the Related Question.

Mononucleosis is typically transmitted from asymptomatic individuals through saliva (hence "the kissing disease"), or by sharing a drink, or sharing eating utensils. It may also be transmitted through blood. It is NOT an aiborne disease

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