
Having Swollen Glands, Sore Throat, Loss Of Appetite, Severe Fatigue, Chest Pain. Symptoms Of Mono?

Thanks for the query.
Yes definitely symptoms suggest towards infectious mononucleosis.
Mononucleosis, or mono, is often spread by saliva and close contact. It is known as "the kissing disease," and occurs most often in those age 15 to 17. However, the infection may develop at any age.
Mono may begin slowly with fatigue, a general ill feeling, headache, and sore throat. The sore throat slowly gets worse. Your tonsils become swollen and develop a whitish-yellow covering. The lymph nodes in the neck are frequently swollen and painful.
I would advise you to get the blood work done in order to settle the diagnosis.
Blood work often reveals a higher-than-normal white blood cell (WBC) count and unusual-looking white blood cells called atypical lymphocytes, which are seen when blood is examined under a microscope. Atypical lymphocytes and abnormal liver function tests are a hallmark sign of the disease.
A monospot test will be positive for infectious mononucleosis.
The goal of treatment is to relieve symptoms.
To relieve typical symptoms:
Drink plenty of fluids.
Gargle with warm salt water to ease a sore throat.
Get plenty of rest.
Take pain killers Like ibuprofen
The fever usually drops in 10 days, and swollen lymph glands and spleen heal in 4 weeks. Fatigue usually goes away within a few weeks, but may linger for 2 to 3 months.
I hope it helps however you may revert to me for any further query.
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These symptoms can arise because of fatigue,fever and general muscle pain.
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