What Is Glandular Fever?
9. Avoid Activities
As mentioned previously, it is a good idea that patients rest up as much as they can to help them recover sooner. With more rest, the body is able to use more resources in the fight against the disease, thus helping them to recover sooner. There is also another very good reason for people with glandular fever to take it easy:
Glandular fever can cause the spleen to swell up, and this can increase the chances of it rupturing. Because contact sports and similar can cause a spleen to rupture, especially when swollen, it is wise to avoid such activities.
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