Infectious mononucleosis is a contagious illness caused by the Epstein-Barr virus, which can affect the liver, lymph nodes and oral cavity. Symptoms:
- Fatigue
- Weakness
- Sore throat, perhaps a strep throat that doesn't get better with antibiotics
- Fever
- Swollen lymph nodes in your neck and armpits
- Swollen tonsils
- Headache
- Skin rash
- Loss of appetite
- Soft, swollen spleen
- Night sweats
