10 Mononucleosis Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #8: Swollen Lymph Nodes
Spleen and lymph nodes are parts of the body’s defense system. And because they are responsible for fighting infections, they get inflamed during their war with infections like mononucleosis. The body has lymph nodes in many areas of the body. The lymph nodes in the back of the neck, especially bilaterally, are normally affected. This is the reason why the disease is easily spread through saliva, such as while kissing.
When the infection spreads, other lymph nodes get affected, especially those in the armpit and groin. Swollen lymph nodes are a sign of your body fighting the infection, so help them by getting checked as soon as possible.
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