Mononucleosis
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Mononucleosis is a viral infection, frequently associated with the Epstein-Barr virus, that mainly affects teenagers and young adults and is usually spread through saliva.
Common symptoms:
- Marked and prolonged fatigue
- Sore throat and fever
- Swollen lymph nodes in the neck
When should you see a doctor? It's a good idea to seek care if the tiredness is very intense, the fever persists, or abdominal pain develops, so it can be properly evaluated.
Which specialist treats it? The infectious disease specialist studies infections of this kind, and the general practitioner or pediatrician usually guides the first visit. If the symptoms drag on or are concerning, the most sensible thing is to have them reviewed by a professional who can evaluate the full picture.
Data on 235 doctors who treat mononucleosis
Which specialist treats mononucleosis?
Mononucleosis should be evaluated by an infectious disease specialist, along with a pediatrician or internist depending on the patient's age. A general practitioner can also treat mild cases. You can find these specialists available.
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Doctors specialized in mononucleosis
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Miguel López Vázquez
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
Frequently asked questions
What is mononucleosis?
Mononucleosis is a viral infection, frequently associated with the Epstein-Barr virus, that mainly affects teenagers and young adults and is usually spread through saliva.
Which doctor treats mononucleosis?
Mononucleosis should be evaluated by an infectious disease specialist, along with a pediatrician or internist depending on the patient's age. A general practitioner can also treat mild cases. You can find these specialists available.