
Infectious Mononucleosis
Glandular FeverMono
📋Overview
Infectious mononucleosis, commonly known as "mono" or the "kissing disease," is an acute viral infection primarily caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). It is characterized by fever, sore throat, swollen lymph nodes, and fatigue. The term "infectious mononucleosis" remains the preferred and widely accepted name in modern medical practice.
Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0021345ICD-10-CM
B27B27.0B27.9
MeSH
D007244
SNOMED CT (US)
271558008186668002
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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