Mononucleosis, or mono, is a viral infection usually caused by the Epstein-Barr virus that brings fever, sore throat, swollen glands and deep fatigue that can last weeks. Urgentology Care in Arlington and Colleyville tests for mono and helps you manage symptoms safely.
Our providers can review your symptoms, evaluate your condition, and discuss appropriate care options based on your individual needs.
Come in for an evaluation and mono testing if a persistent sore throat, fever and extreme fatigue are interfering with your daily routine.
Book a recheck to discuss your recovery and when it may be safe to return to sports and other physical activities.
Seek emergency care immediately for sudden, sharp pain in the upper-left abdomen, which may indicate a spleen problem, or for trouble breathing or swallowing.
Weeks 1–2: Fever and Sore Throat
Fever, throat pain and swollen glands are common early symptoms. Rest, fluids and appropriate symptom relief can help you feel more comfortable.
Weeks 2–4: Fatigue and Recovery
Fatigue can continue for several weeks, even after other symptoms improve. Allow yourself time to rest and return to daily activities gradually.
Avoid Contact Sports Until Cleared
Mono can enlarge the spleen, increasing the risk of a serious injury from a blow to the abdomen. Avoid contact sports and strenuous activities until your healthcare provider clears you.
Gradual Return to Normal Activity
Resume school, work and exercise according to your symptoms and your provider’s guidance. Recovery varies from person to person, and fatigue can last longer than a few weeks.
Step 1: Examination of Your Throat, Glands and Abdomen
We review your symptoms and examine your throat and neck glands. Your provider may also assess your abdomen for tenderness or signs of an enlarged spleen.
Step 2: Mono Test and Strep Test
We may perform a mono blood test and a strep test, depending on your symptoms, to help identify the cause of your illness.
Step 3: Symptom Relief Plan
Because mono is caused by a virus, treatment focuses on rest, hydration and appropriate relief for fever and pain. Your provider will explain which options are suitable for you.
Step 4: School, Work and Sports Guidance
We explain how to manage recovery, when to return to everyday activities and why contact sports must be avoided until you’re medically cleared.
A blood test can help identify mononucleosis. Your provider will determine whether testing is appropriate based on your symptoms and how long you've been ill. Early testing may not always detect mono.
Mono spreads mainly through saliva, which is why it's often called the kissing disease. Avoid sharing drinks, utensils and items that may have saliva on them while you're sick. Urgentology Care in Arlington and Colleyville can evaluate your symptoms and provide a school or work note when appropriate.
Not until your healthcare provider clears you. Mono can enlarge the spleen, which may rupture after a blow to the abdomen. Urgentology Care in Arlington and Colleyville can reassess your recovery and discuss when it's safe to return to sports.
No. Mono is caused by a virus, so antibiotics don't treat the infection itself. Rest, fluids and appropriate pain or fever relief can help manage symptoms. Urgentology Care can also test for strep throat, a bacterial infection that may occur alongside mono and require antibiotics.
The virus can spread through saliva for weeks and sometimes longer after symptoms begin. Avoid sharing drinks, utensils and other items that may carry saliva. Your Urgentology Care provider can explain precautions and provide guidance for returning to school, work and sports.
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