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Mononucleosis: Symptoms
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Complications that can occur with mononucleosis include a temporarily enlarged spleen or inflamed liver. In rare instances, the spleen may rupture, producing sharp pain on the left side of the abdomen, a symptom that warrants immediate medical attention. Additional symptoms of a ruptured spleen include light headedness, rapidly beating heart, and difficulty breathing. Other rare, but potentially life-threatening, complications may involve the heart or brain. The infection may ... cause significant destruction of the body's red blood cells or platelets.
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During the initial stages of mononucleosis start supplementation with a Chinese herbal formula known as yin qiao. The initial feelings and aches that are often associated with cases of mono can be relieved through the use of this herbal prescription by the patient. For the first three days as symptomatic treatment, children can be given a single dose, thrice a day as treatment.
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The cause of mononucleosis is the Epstein-Barr virus, although similar signs and symptoms are sometimes caused by cytomegalovirus (CMV). Full-blown mononucleosis is most common in adolescents and young adults. Young children usually have minimal symptoms, and the infection often goes unrecognized. In lesser developed countries, mononucleosis is more frequently acquired at a young age, so classic signs and symptoms of mononucleosis aren't as common as they are in developed nations.
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Although there is no cure for mononucleosis, alternative remedies may help the body to fight the infection and relieve symptoms. Medical practitioners recommend eating four to six small daily meals of unprocessed foods, fresh fruits, and vegetables. It is important to drink plenty of water. Meat, sugar, saturated fats, and caffeinated and decaffeinated drinks should be avoided. Gargling with salt water (one half teaspoon in one cup of warm water) or lozenges may relieve a sore throat.
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Serious complications of mononucleosis include an enlarged spleen or inflamed liver. In rare cases, the spleen may rupture (break open), producing sharp pains on the left side of the abdomen. This symptom calls for immediate medical attention. Other symptoms of a ruptured spleen include light-headedness, rapid heartbeat, and difficulty breathing. Other rare complications include damage to the heart, brain, or the body's red blood cells.
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The most common effects of mononucleosis are extreme exhaustion, very sore throat, swollen or painful glands, and chills or fever. In young children these effects may be very minor. Some cases will ... exhibit swelling of the spleen, which can also cause significant stomach pain. The primary symptoms of mononucleosis tend to last for about three to four weeks. Strep throat is also often present.
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