Infectious Mononucleosis (Also called: Glandular fever, Kissing disease, Mono, Mononucleosis), is an infection caused by the Epstein-Barr virus. The virus spreads through saliva, which is why it's sometimes called "kissing disease." Mono occurs most often in 15 to 17-year-olds. However, you can get it at any age. Symptoms of mono include fever, sore throat, swollen lymph glands and sometimes you may also have a swollen spleen. Serious problems are rare.

 

A blood test can show if you have mono. Most people get better in two to four weeks. However, you may feel tired for a few months afterward. Treatment focuses on helping symptoms and includes medicines for pain and fever, warm salt water gargles and plenty of rest and fluids.*