Q&A

Can mono cause shortness of breath?

Can mono cause shortness of breath?

neck stiffness. sensitivity to light/FONT. cough. shortness of breath.

Can mono cause pericarditis?

It is not surprising that the pericardium is involved in infectious mononucleosis, a disease of such protean manifestations. It is surprising that such a small number of cases of pericarditis associated with infectious mononucleosis have been reported.

Can mono cause upper respiratory infection?

On the other hand, they may also have mild upper respiratory infection symptoms, such as a cough, runny nose, or mild fever. Some kids have atypical or unusual cases of mono—for instance, they develop an enlarged gland but no sore throat or fever.

What would happen if mono is left untreated?

Mononucleosis may cause enlargement of the spleen. In extreme cases, your spleen may rupture, causing sharp, sudden pain in the left side of your upper abdomen. If such pain occurs, seek medical attention immediately — you may need surgery.

Can mono turn into pneumonia?

Pneumonia as a complication of mononucleosis is very uncommon. The virus can cause pneumonia in the absence of mononucleosis. Lung involvement secondary to EBV infections is more often reported in immunocompromised people than in others.

Can mono cause rapid heart rate?

Less common symptoms of mononucleosis Enlarged spleen or liver. Headache. Hives. Rapid heart rate (tachycardia)

What are the long term effects of mono?

You may experience fatigue and swollen lymph nodes for a few more weeks. In some cases, fatigue can last for months. Persistent fatigue may be a sign of chronic EBV infection. See your doctor if your fatigue lasts for more than a month after mono has been diagnosed.

Does Mono feel like sinus infection?

Mono can mimic strep throat, the common cold, or even a sinus infection. According to Cleveland Clinic, the most common symptoms are fever, sore throat, and swollen lymph glands, but additional symptoms include fatigue, muscle aches, white patches in the throat, skin rash, headache, and a loss of appetite.

Can mono affect your lungs?

Symptomatic pulmonary parenchymal involvement is rare in infectious mononucleosis, and few pathologic descriptions of this lesion exist. We describe an unusual patient who presented with adenopathy and rapidly progressive interstitial lung disease.