What Are White Spots On Tonsils?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
3. Infectious Mononucleosis
As mentioned, there are several potential causes of tonsillitis. One of the most commonly encountered is infectious mononucleosis, a common disease that is often shortened to ‘mono’. It is also known as the kissing disease because it is so often passed on in the saliva of an infected person.
Mono can affect people of all ages, but teenagers tend to be infected most often. Symptoms typically include a fever, swollen lymph glands, fatigue, a sore throat, and white spots on the tonsils. Infectious mononucleosis is not usually something to worry about but it can lead to severe complications if left untreated, so it is important to seek medical advice if the condition is worsening.
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