What Is Mono?
7. Who’s At Risk
Perhaps the highest risk group of those most likely to catch mono are young adults and teenagers. This is because they are unlikely to have developed a strong immune response to the virus yet, but will still start enjoying a lifestyle that will increase their exposure to the disease. Despite this, it can still affect people of any age.
People that have a weakened immune system will also need to take extra precautions. Not only are they more likely to fall ill after exposure, but they are also more likely to develop severe complications. This tends to mean people that are taking medication to suppress the immune system after an organ transplant. It also means people with certain other disease like HIV/AIDS.
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