Infective Mononucleosis Flashcards
1
Q
What is infective mononucleosis?
A
A viral infection caused by EBV
2
Q
How is EBV transmitted?
A
Through infected saliva
3
Q
How does IM present?
A
- Prodromal phase: malaise, fatigue, headache and low fever
- Triad: sore throat, lymphadenopathy, pyrexia
4
Q
How is IM investigated?
A
- Mainly clinical diagnosis
- FBC and Monospot test in 2nd week of illness
5
Q
How is IM managed?
A
- Rest, fluids and analgesia
- Avoid contact sports for 8 weeks after to reduce risk of splenic fracture
6
Q
What happens if IM patients given Ampicillin/Amoxicillin?
A
Maculopapular, pruritic rash
7
Q
What are complications of IM?
A
- Haemolytic anaemia
- Thrombocytopenia
- Splenomegaly
- Hepatitis
- Meningitis
- Airway obstruction
