Mononucleosis (Mono)
ConditionMononucleosis (mono) is Stage 2 of Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). Also historically called glandular fever (in children/babies), rheumatic fever, and 'the kissing disease.' Any of the over 60 varieties of EBV can cause mono. It is the most contagious phase of EBV — the immune system is actively fighting the virus, making bodily fluids highly transmissible. After mono resolves, EBV does not leave the body; it retreats into organs and can cause decades of chronic illness if not addressed.
- EBV: Caused by Epstein-Barr virus
- Mononucleosis is caused by any of the over 60 varieties of Epstein-Barr virus. Once the virus is contracted, mono is the beginning of EBV's second stage. The virus is transferred most commonly through bodily fluids—often in relationships or when sharing utensils, glasses, plates, and food. The virus's first stage begins when EBV exposure first happens, and during this Stage One it lies dormant in the body, waiting for stressful events, hardships, losses, fight or flight, deficiencies, or toxic exposure to weaken the immune system enough to take advantage. When EBV enters Stage Two, that's mononucleosis, an active viral infection. Mono often goes undiagnosed, unless it's a severe episode and a physician properly analyzes the person's white count. Otherwise, mono usually occurs in a mild form, where someone dismisses their scratchy throat or fatigue and thinks they're just run down, burnt out, or dealing with a cold or flu.
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