The virus that causes mononucleosis is called Epstein-Barr virus. You might be more familiar with this disease if you call it by its nickname, “mono.” It is also referred to as the “kissing disease” due to one of the ways in which it can be transmitted to another person.
Despite the fact that Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is not a household name, it is likely that you have been infected without realizing it. A large number of people are infected with the virus but do not become ill.
Once you’ve been infected with EBV, it can take 4 to 6 weeks for symptoms to appear. When they do occur, they are frequently mild, particularly in young children. The symptoms of a cold or the flu in children may be more similar to those of an adult. Teens are more likely than adults to show signs of mono.
If you do experience symptoms, you will most likely have the following: