Infectious Mononucleosis (IM) Flashcards
1
Q
What causes IM?
A
Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV)
2
Q
Another name for IM?
A
Kissing disease
3
Q
EBV attaches to what during IM?
A
B-Lymphs
4
Q
What stimulates B-lymph GFs?
A
Activation marker
5
Q
Clinical symptoms of IM?
A
Classic triad: Fever, pharyngitis, lymphadenopathy
Dysphagia (Difficulty swallowing)
Fatigue- very tired
Spleen enlarged
6
Q
Lab features of IM?
A
Relative Lymphocytosis
> 20% Reactive lymphs
“Downey Cell”