FactSheet: Infectious mononucleosis

Abstract

Infectious mononucleosis mostly affects teenagers and young adults. The disease is spread through saliva and causes fever, sore throat, and swollen lymph glands. It usually lasts from one week to several weeks. The most effective preventive measures are hand washing and thorough cleaning of soiled objects.

New South Wales Public Health Bulletin 16(10) 168 - 168 (2005) doi:10.1071/NB05047