Do I have Mononucleosis (Mono) symptoms?

Are you a teenager or in your early 20s?

Do you feel more tired than usual or do you feel like your body is moving slower than usual?

Do you have a sore throat or does it hurt when you swallow?

Are the lymph nodes in your neck, armpits or groin area swollen.

Do you have a mild fever, somewhere between 98.6 and 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit (37-38 degrees Celsius)?

Are your tonsils swollen or do you have white patches in your throat?

Do you have a headache or muscle aches?

Do you have a skin rash, consisting of flat pink or purple spots on your chest or mouth?

Do you feel pain in your left upper abdomen or left shoulder?

Do you have less of an appetite or do you feel nauseous?

Have you been exposed to anyone with mononucleosis symptoms (that includes exposure through kissing, through a cough or sneeze or by sharing food, dishes, glasses and utensils)?

Based on your answers, it is very unlikely that you have Infectious mononucleosis (Mono) as you don't seem to have any symptoms related to the disease. If you are still concerned about your health, we suggest scheduling an appointment with a doctor for further diagnosis.

Based on your answers, it is unlikely that you have Infectious mononucleosis (Mono). Your symptoms may be due to a common cold, flu, strep , tonsillitis or some other type of bacterial/viral infection. Most types of throat infections are contagious and transmitted by droplets, mainly through the air. Throat infections are typically treated with home remedies, over the counter medications or medications prescribe by a doctor. If your symptoms continue for more than a few days, be sure to contact your doctor as soon as possible for further instructions.

Based on your answers, you have several symptoms associated with Infectious mononucleosis (Mono). Infectious mononucleosis (Mono) is a viral infection usually caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), which is most commonly transmitted through saliva. For this reason, Mono is often referred to as the “kissing disease”. Be sure to consult your doctor as soon as possible in order to receive a complete physical exam as well as blood tests. With plenty of rest, increased fluid intake and OTC medication for pain and fever, most cases of mononucleosis will improve within a few weeks.