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 255 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. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Eleazar Hernández Ruíz
Dr. Beatriz Ortiz Figueroa
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
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.