Overview
How is Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) transmitted (the virus that causes infectious mononucleosis [mono])?
What is the pathophysiology of Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infectious mononucleosis (mono)?
How common is Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infectious mononucleosis (mono) in the US?
How is fatigue characterized in Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infectious mononucleosis (mono)?
Which characteristics or complications of the virus are associated with severe illness or death?
What are the age-related demographics of Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infectious mononucleosis (mono)?
Presentation
Do all people with Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infectious mononucleosis (mono) have symptoms?
Which symptoms are associated with Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infectious mononucleosis (mono)?
Where in the body does Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) persist in infectious mononucleosis (mono)?
DDX
What is the presentation of pharyngitis in Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infectious mononucleosis (mono)?
What does uvular edema indicate in Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infectious mononucleosis (mono)?
How is lymphadenopathy distinguished from Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infectious mononucleosis (mono)?
How is lymphocytosis characterized in Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infectious mononucleosis (mono)?
How is thrombocytopenia characterized in Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infectious mononucleosis (mono)?
How common is splenic rupture in Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infectious mononucleosis (mono)?
Workup
Which antibodies does an Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) mononucleosis (mono) infection induce?
Which lab studies are specific for Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infectious mononucleosis (mono)?
When is an EEG indicated in the workup of Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infectious mononucleosis (mono)?
Treatment
What level of activity is encouraged in Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infectious mononucleosis (mono)?
Medications
Follow-up
How are patients with Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infectious mononucleosis (mono) monitored?
How can patients avoid contracting Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infectious mononucleosis (mono)?
What are complications associated with infectious mononucleosis (mono)?