10 Mononucleosis Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #6: Pain in the Abdomen
The spleen is one of the vital organs in the body when it comes to fighting infections. It is located in the upper left quadrant of the abdomen, just below the diaphragm. Spleen enlargement or splenomegaly is one of the most serious complications of mono and it happens in 50 percent of cases in adults. It is manifested by pain in the upper left part of the abdomen.
Splenomegaly may be detected on imaging or it could be a finding on physical examination. There are several infectious and non-infectious causes of splenomegaly, thus it should be thoroughly studied. Splenic rupture is a rare complication of splenomegaly. In this condition, you should not participate in any kind of contact sports or hobbies for 4 to 6 weeks.
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