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Mononucleosis is a common virus that affects an individual's throat and lymph nodes.

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EPV is most commonly transmitted through the contact of an individual's saliva. This virus is a member of the herpes family and sometimes referred to as herpesvirus 4.

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After coming in direct contact with the saliva of an infected individual, the symptoms will begin to appear with four to six weeks. The virus incubates within an individual for 32-49 days before presenting itself. The severity, presence, and length of symptoms will differ for each individual.

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Symptoms will be a common indicator of the virus, so a physical exam is the first step taken to diagnose an individual. In addition, antibody tests, as well as a white blood cell counts are common forms of infection confirmation.

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- sore throat
- swollen lymph nodes
- swollen tonsils
- fever
- fatigue
- headache

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- skin rash
- jaundice (yellow discoloration of skin or eyes in result to liver issues)
- liver damage
- enlarged spleen

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A child may be born early and/or have a birth weight lower than average if the mother is infected with EPV during her pregnancy. Babies can contract the virus through salvia. Infants tend to have less severe symptoms, or sometimes no symptoms at all.

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Once an individual has contracted EPV, it lives within their body forever. The symptoms will disappear after time, but the virus can be reactivated multiple times. In a small percentage of cases, an individual's spleen can become enlarged. This increases the risk of an organ rupture to occur. In addition, hepatitis (inflammation of the liver) is a long-term medical issue that could form. Anemia, Myocarditis, and nervous system issues are very rare long-term illnesses that result from mononucleosis.

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These are some examples of foods/drinks that can be taken in order to help an individual recover from mononucleosis. Proper nutrition, hydration, and rest are the key components to overcoming the virus.

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Mononucleosis can not be fought off with the use of antibiotics or prevented with the use of a vaccination. Taking pain relievers to reduce fever and lessen the symptoms are the fastest way to feel relief.

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https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/mononucleosis/symptoms-causes/syc-20350328

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/mononucleosis/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20350333

https://www.google.com/search?q=mono+effect+on+newborn&oq=mono+effect+on+newborn+&aqs=chrome..69i57j0i15i22i30i395j0i390i395i650l4.3434j1j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8

https://www.everydayhealth.com/mononucleosis/complications/