My best friend got mononucleosis,any tips on how to make it easier for him?!
Question: He is in pains and I am wondering how could I help him...Doctors said to him that he must not go out for around a month and I am afraid how will he take it mentally...Any help?
Answers: He is in pains and I am wondering how could I help him...Doctors said to him that he must not go out for around a month and I am afraid how will he take it mentally...Any help?
Infectious mononucleosis sometimes called "the kissing disease," is an infection usually caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV).
Symptoms usually begin to appear 4 to 7 weeks after infection with the virus. Signs that you may have mono include:
* constant fatigue
* fever
* sore throat
* loss of appetite
* swollen lymph nodes (commonly called glands, located in your neck, underarms, and groin)
* headaches
* sore muscles
* larger-than-normal liver or spleen
* skin rash
* abdominal pain
There is no cure for mononucleosis. But the good news is that even if you do nothing, the illness will go away by itself, usually in 3 to 4 weeks. Because mono is caused by a virus, antibiotics such as penicillin won't help unless you have an additional infection like strep throat. In fact, certain antibiotics can even cause a rash if you take them while you have mono.
Although there's no magic pill for mono, you can do some things to feel better. The best treatment is to get plenty of rest, especially during the beginning stages of the illness when your symptoms are the worst. Put him to bed and pass on school, sports, and other activities.
For the fever and aching muscles, try taking acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Steer clear of aspirin unless your doctor tells you to take it: Aspirin has been linked to a serious disease in kids and teens called Reye syndrome, which can lead to liver failure and death.
If you have a sore throat, chew gum, drink tea with honey, or suck on hard candy or ice pops. Even if you're not hungry, try to eat a well-balanced diet and drink lots of water and juices to prevent dehydration. You can get some nutrition and soothe your throat with cold fruit smoothies or low-fat shakes.Doctors also recommend avoiding sports for at least a month after the illness because the spleen (an organ in the body that sits under the left rib cage) is often enlarged temporarily while you are ill. An enlarged spleen can rupture easily, causing internal bleeding and abdominal pain and requiring emergency surgery.