Infectious mononucleosis is caused by the Epstein-Barr virus. In
teenagers and young adults, there is frequently a sore throat and
red tonsils with whitish spots (exudate), as seen in this picture.
Enlarged lymph nodes and fatigue are also common.
Review Date: 05/09/2010
Reviewed By: Linda J. Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of
Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington, School of
Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director,
A.D.A.M., Inc.
A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)
