a general lack of energy or malaise,
a loss of appetite, and
chills.
These initial symptoms can last from one to three days before the more intense symptoms of the illness begin. The more common intense symptoms include:
a severe sore throat,
fever, and
swollen glands (lymph nodes) in the neck area.
It is generally the severe sore throat that prompts people to contact their doctor.
What are the signs of "mono?"
In addition to a fever from 102 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit, the most common signs of "mono" are:
a very reddened throat and tonsils and
swollen lymph glands in the neck.
The tonsils have a whitish coating in at least one third of the cases. The spleen, (sometimes referred to as the body's biggest lymph node), is an organ found in the left upper abdomen underneath the ribcage which becomes enlarged or swollen in about 50% of patients with "mono." An enlarged liver may also occur. About 5% of patients have a splotchy red rash over the body, which has a similar appearance to the rash of measles. [ mimzy3's advice column | Ask mimzy3 A Question ]
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