TREATMENT+Mononucleosis+by+Krystal+and+Medha

=Have Mononucleosis? Get rid of it!=

So you just shared that special kiss with that special someone, but now your throat feels like it caught on fire? Yes that's right! You probably have that dreaded case of mono. Here's a picture that your throat might look like if you have it: http://bryanking.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/mononucleosis-300x218.jpg

Yep, that's what your throat will look like if you are not careful. Gross huh? Do you see that white in the back of the throat? That's the bacteria growth and build up. WHAT DO I DO WHEN I HAVE MONO?

First of all, it is important you get your mono tested by doctors because CMV can lead to other serious (but rare for mono) diseases such as brain damage, jaundice and seizures. Treatment for mononucleosis is pretty simple unless there are further complications, so relax and don't worry. For those who are unfortunate enough to have mono here are some things you can do:

-Well, for starter, there is no actual cure for mono, but you still can make sure you get alot of rest and eat a balanced diet.

-Have bedrest for one to three weeks

-Drink lots and lots of fluids.DRINK UP!!

-For those painful soar throats, gargle salt water

-Take Acetaminophen for pain relief

-DO NOT TREAT MONO WITH ANTIBIOTICS!

-Some medicines do work, try using MonoCLR!

-Make sure you AVOID strenious exercise! This is important because your spleen may be enlarged or ruptured if excercise occurs. - Corticosteroids can be prescribed if in rare cases: airway obstruction, hemolytic anemia (red blood cells are destroyed), severe thrombocytopenia (a decrease in platelets), hepatitis, and complications involving heart. RELAX AND STAY HEALTHY! Most patients recover on their own from four to six weeks. (Due to blockage, embedding was not possible) Here is a link to watch a video on Mono: [] QUICK QUIZ: What is the actual cure for mononucleosis?

Hope that this page has helped! :) 


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