The mono blog

When treating glandular fever (Epstein Barr or mononucleosis), a healthy diet is vital to a good recovery.
In the initial stages of glandular fever when acute symptoms are experienced, it is best to eat lightly. Glandular fever symptoms like fever, sore throat, swollen glands, mucous production and malaise are common, and will often result in little or no appetite.
The [...]

Depression is not uncommon in cases of Epstein Barr virus (mononucleosis or glandular fever), especially when the condition is chronic or long term.

Depression is not simply just a matter of feeling a bit low or sad for a day or two. It is a serious illness which causes both physical and psychological symptoms.
Depression is usually marked [...]

The Epstein Barr virus that causes mononucleosis or glandular fever can affect the nerves of the
body causing symptoms like headaches and muscle pains.
Conventional painkillers may mask these symptoms temporarily but will not address the cause of the problem. Aspirin in particular should be avoided because of its association with Reye’s syndrome, a serious condition affecting the [...]

Glandular fever symptoms are usually mild, and they typically resolve within a few weeks.
However there are four symptoms you need to be aware of that can be dangerous and may require medical help.
Let’s have a look at these potentially serious symptoms:
1) Rupture of the spleen
A ruptured spleen is rare – occurring in only 1 – 2 of every 1000 [...]

Let’s have a look at the most common symptoms of glandular fever.
Symptoms typically include:
Swollen glands in the neck, sometimes in the armpits or groin
Fever - can be high
Fatigue – mild to debilitating
Sore throat
Some patients will also suffer from:
Headache
Sore muscles
Little appetite
Nausea, vomiting and/or loose stools
Skin rash (especially in children)
Abdominal pain (often in children)
Puffy eyelids
Sensitivity to light
Cough or runny nose
Swollen [...]

Did you know that over 60% of Westerners are chronically sleep deprived? This is a concern because inadequate sleep is known to be a stress to the body. It can even decrease the number and effectiveness of the white blood cells that kill the Epstein Barr virus.
Many of my patients report that their Epstein Barr began during a [...]