PharyngitisInfectiousmononucleosis

Infectious disease

Infectious mononucleosis

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Infectious mononucleosis

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Sore throat and fever usually improve over 1-2 weeks, though tiredness can last several weeks.

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Avoid sharing drinks or utensils, and no kissing while sick. Return precautions given including trouble breathing, drooling or trouble swallowing, severe belly pain (especially on the left side), yellow skin or eyes, not drinking well, new symptoms, prolonged symptoms, worsening symptoms, and other concerns. Caregiver expressed understanding and agreement with plan. Answered all questions.

What the sources cover

  • Heterophile (monospot); false negatives under 4
  • EBV serology (VCA IgM, EBNA) under 4 or atypical
  • Atypical lymphocytes
  • Airway obstruction: steroids
  • No ampicillin or amoxicillin; rash
  • Contact sports: 21 days, then 4-7 weeks if no splenomegaly
  • Fatigue may persist
  • Avoid salivary exchange

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  • No antiviral benefit
  • Imaging and repeat serology not useful

Return precautions in the template

trouble breathingdrooling or trouble swallowingsevere belly pain (especially on the left side)yellow skin or eyesnot drinking well

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