“Mononucleosis” is a disease transmitted through “kissing” that teenagers should be careful of.

Mononucleosis is a disease that can be transmitted through “kissing”. The risk group is teenagers. Symptoms of the disease can range from fever, headache, fatigue to rashes, sore throat, loss of appetite. It can heal on its own in 2-3 weeks. Do not share spoons, forks, glasses, and other personal items with others.

 What is mononucleosis ?

Mononucleosis or kissing disease is caused by the Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV). This virus can spread to people of all ages, from children that parents should be careful of, such as when others touch or kiss their children’s cheeks, to teenagers and adults. The infection can occur through coughing, sneezing, sharing utensils such as drinking glasses, razors, or even having sex with an infected person.

Causes of mononucleosis

Mononucleosis is caused by infection with the Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV). which can be spread through saliva, coughing, or sneezing.

Symptoms of mononucleosis

1. Have a fever
2. Headache
3. tired
4. Cough or sneeze
5. sore throat
6. A rash may appear on the body, such as the face, neck, chest, and back.
7. Loss of appetite
8. Night sweats

How to treat mononucleosis

Mononucleosis can improve and go away on its own within 2-3 weeks. However, if the symptoms are severe, such as a rash all over the ยูฟ่าเบท body or extreme fatigue, you should see a doctor for a physical examination and to choose the right medication to take (over-the-counter medications may not be able to treat the disease directly, so they may not be effective or not improve the symptoms).

How to prevent mononucleosis

1. Do not kiss people are infected with mononucleosis.
2. Do not share personal items with others, such as spoons, forks, chopsticks, drinking glasses, toothbrushes, towels, etc.
3. Avoid contact with other people’s saliva or mucus droplets.
4. Keep your body healthy at all times, such as eating a healthy diet with all five food groups, exercising regularly, and getting enough rest.
5. If you have any unusual symptoms, fever, are not feeling well, and your symptoms do not improve within 2-3 days, you should see a doctor.