Today I went to the doc. cuz I have a sore throte when I went she said I had strep and symptoms of mono,Can anyone tell me what that is and if its severe.And does it have anything to do with my liver? because the doc. was checking my liver.Please Help.
2007-03-26 17:05:54 · 6 answers · asked by CC 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health
Mononucleosis (often called "mono") is an infection caused by the Epstein-Barr virus. Signs of mono include fever, sore throat, headaches, white patches on the back of your throat, swollen glands in your neck, feeling tired and not feeling hungry.
Mono is not spread as easily as some other viruses, such as the common cold. The mono virus is found in saliva and mucus. It is usually passed from one person to another through kissing, although it may rarely be passed in other ways, such as coughing. Signs of mono usually develop 4 to 6 weeks after you're exposed to the virus. Generally, people only get mono once. It's most common among people 15 to 35 years old.
Your doctor will probably first ask you some questions about your symptoms and then may do blood tests to confirm the diagnosis. One common test used to diagnose mono is called the Monospot test. Sometimes other blood tests are needed if the results of the Monospot test aren't clear.
The main serious concern with mono is that the spleen will enlarge and even rupture (tear open). The spleen is like a large gland. It's located in the upper part of your abdomen on the left side. It helps filter your blood.
Although a ruptured spleen is rare in people with mono, it's wise to be aware of the signs and call your doctor right away if you notice any of them. Signs of a ruptured spleen include pain in the left upper part of your abdomen (under the left chest), feeling lightheaded, feeling like your heart is beating fast and hard, bleeding more easily than usual and having trouble breathing.
Mono will go away on its own. Symptoms usually last about 4 weeks.
2007-03-26 17:13:18 · answer #1 · answered by Furr. 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes mono can be very serious, I had it back in 2000 and due to incompetant drs in my area I was not diagnosed properly until i went to a different hospital after spiking a feaver of 104.6, mono affects the spleen and the liver and if not properly treated (usually with 6-8 weeks of rest) it can be deadly.
2007-03-26 17:24:26 · answer #2 · answered by bookluvr315 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It has too do with your spleen, not your liver. When most people get mono, they have it for a few months. It causes extreme fatigue and enlarges your spleen. You should not do any physical activity for six weeks after being diagnosed with mono- not that you'll want to- because you are so tired- but because your spleen is enlarged, it can be dangerous to be active because it may rupture. If you do a search on yahoo, you will find plenty of information.
2007-03-26 17:15:10 · answer #3 · answered by bethieb163 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Strep throat and mono are both very contagious. I'm sure she gave you some good antiobiotics and I'm sure she did a throat culture. Have you been around anyone who has had this? Make sure everything you eat and drink out of is washed in bleach water to prevent anyone catching it. Good Luck and I don't think it will affect your liver.
2007-03-26 17:11:55 · answer #4 · answered by Demetria S 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes mono can be serious and yes, the liver is involved.
Please refer to the link below.
2007-03-26 17:12:48 · answer #5 · answered by Neil L 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, you should have ask the doc right there and then.
What's the probability of finding a doc on Y!Answers!?
Improve your communication skills.
2007-03-26 17:11:06 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋