How Do You Identify The Symptoms Of Infectious Mononucleosis?
Infectious Mononucleosis (Mono) is a highly contagious virus. Knowing the symptoms of Mono is a really good idea to help in the prevention of spreading the virus and in treating the virus. Swollen lymph nodes in the neck and other parts of the body is a good indication that the body is fighting an infection. The lymphatic system acts as the body’s natural filtration system and bacteria and viruses are trapped in the lymph nodes causing them to become swollen. Many people commonly refer to swollen lymph nodes in the neck as swollen glands incorrectly. Tonsillitis may be a sign of infectious mononucleosis. Tonsils are actually lymph nodes in the mouth that trap viruses and bacteria just like any other lymph node. Often these become very red and very swollen causing severe pain when swallowing, eating and sometimes talking. If the tonsils are so infected that they are touching (often called Kissing Tonsils), they may have to be removed surgically. Very rarely tonsils become so swollen tha
