10 Mononucleosis Symptoms
Symptom #7: Skin Rash
About five percent of people with mononucleosis suffer from a red or pink skin rash. It occurs in the first few days and is usually mild, transient, and nonpruritic (does not itch), thus it can be easily missed by physicians and patients. While this is not a common symptom of mono, when it occurs, it can worsen if you take an antibiotic. Drug-induced rash is usually pruritic and prolonged.
Viral infections are not treated by antibiotics. However, many people think antibiotics can eradicate any kind of organism. And since the symptoms include sore throat, a lot of people think antibiotics are the solution. It is, however, necessary to note that Aminopenicillins (i.e. ampicillin, amoxicillin) are contraindicated in patients with mono infection.
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