“MONONUCLEOSIS” is caused by the Epstein-Barr virus, which is
believed to be present in saliva. Most infections occur in young
children and many adults are immune. It is spread by contact
with saliva of an infected person. It spreads more readily in
closed or over-crowded conditions. Transmission usually requires
close, personal contact. SYMPTOMS: Symptoms are fever, sore
throat, swollen lymph nodes, headache and fatigue. Many
infections produce no symptoms. Adults tend to become more ill
than children. CONTAGIOUS PERIOD:Contagious period is unknown -
probably for months. TREATMENT:Simple measures to reduce
symptoms: i.e., Tylenol for fever, bed rest for fatigue. See a
physician for severe illness.PREVENTION: