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Mononucleosis in children and teens — tracker
Track throat pain, drinks, energy and school days during mono, and write down the doctor's sports clearance.
Use these notes with your child’s clinician. This tool does not diagnose illness, prescribe treatment or confirm that home care is safe.
Call 911 now
Call 911 or your local emergency number for trouble breathing or swallowing, or for sudden, sharp, severe belly pain.
Get medical care now
Call the doctor today for any belly pain, very swollen tonsils, a severe sore throat, drinking too little, or symptoms lasting more than 10 days.
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Care reminders
- Mononucleosis (mono) is an infection, usually from Epstein-Barr virus, that causes fever, a sore throat, swollen glands and deep tiredness, mostly in teens. It gets better on its own, but the spleen can swell, so rough sports must wait.
- Rest, fluids and pain medicine help; avoid sharing cups and skip contact sports until cleared.
- Any belly pain, a very sore throat or trouble drinking needs a call to the doctor.