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Infectious Mononculeosis Flashcards

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Viral cause of infectious mononucleosis

A

EBV - aka herpesvirus 4 (HHV-4)

Rare:
- CMV
- HHV-6

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Classic triad of symptoms in infectious mononucleosis

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sore throat
lymphadenopathy
pyrexia

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Other symptoms in Infectious Mononucleosis

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malaise
anorexia
headache
palatal petechiae
splenomegaly
Cold haemolytic anaemia

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How long does it take for symptoms to improve in infectious mononucleosis

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2-4 weeks.

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Diagnostic test for infectious mononucleosis

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Monospot
=>heterophil antibody test

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Management of infectious mononucleosis

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  • Rest, fluid, avoid alcohol
  • simple analgesia
  • avoid playing contact sports due to risk of splenic rupture
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