i have mono how long does it take to get ride of
2007-07-04 06:06:37 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Infectious Diseases
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.
Can mono be cured?
No. But mono will go away on its own. Symptoms usually last about 4 weeks.
How is mono treated?
The main point of treatment is to relieve your symptoms. The following list includes tips on treatment:
Rest.
Drink plenty of fluids.
If you have a sore throat, gargle with salt water, or suck on throat lozenges, hard candy or flavored frozen desserts (such as Popsicles).
You may want to take acetaminophen (one brand name: Tylenol) or ibuprofen (some brand names: Advil, Motrin, Nuprin) to relieve pain and fever. Do not give aspirin to children. Aspirin should be avoided because it has been associated with a disease called Reye's syndrome in children. Reye's syndrome is a serious illness that can lead to death.
Do I need an antibiotic?
Antibiotics like penicillin are of no help in mono. Mono is caused by a virus, and antibiotics don't work against viruses. If you have a bacterial infection in addition to having mono, your doctor may give you an antibiotic.
What about sports and exercise?
Avoid sports, activities or exercise of any kind until your doctor tells you it's safe. Moving around too much puts you at risk of rupturing your spleen. You need to avoid physical activities for about 3 to 4 weeks after the infection starts.
2007-07-04 06:16:22 · answer #1 · answered by auntieclimactik 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I remember having mono, poor thing you, it takes a while. The best thing you can do the help yourself is to get a lot of rest, eat healthy and limit stress.
When I got it, I had to work and was stressed, making things worse. Don't go that route.
2007-07-04 06:09:59 · answer #2 · answered by MadforMAC 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh dear...don't worry! U just need to stay indoors now and take proper food and rest. Be careful not to kiss anybody as u might pass it on. And do take good care of yourself honey as it really makes u very weak!..Good luck!
2007-07-04 06:09:16 · answer #3 · answered by seraphim 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no specific cause, its a gene mutation. And its one of the few cancers that strikes men in the prime of their life, 20s and 30s. However, its also the most curable cancer there is, along with thyroid. Mainly because it is easy to spot, and very sensitive to treatments.
2016-05-18 00:28:57 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The most active phase usually lasts about two weeks, but you can have effects that last for six weeks or more. Just depends on how severe your case is. You mainly have to listen to your body and it will tell you how soon you can return to regular activity.
2007-07-04 06:08:57 · answer #5 · answered by mommanuke 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
did you see your doctor? it takes 4-6 weeks to be cured of mono. then maybe you wont kiss so many guys. kidshealth.org/teens
2007-07-04 06:09:35 · answer #6 · answered by Anon omus 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
OK, don't kiss anybody!, don't share any food or drinks!, and try not to touch your hand to your mouth and then touch somebody else!!!, go see your doctor!
2007-07-04 06:10:26 · answer #7 · answered by inferno0424 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You just need to rest it out, talk to a doctor and they can help.
2007-07-04 06:09:04 · answer #8 · answered by ♫ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ARE YOU CERTAIN? A doctor is needed for this.
2007-07-04 06:08:26 · answer #9 · answered by padmalotusflower 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋