Infectious mononucleosis, beyond what is seen

Abstract

Introduction: infectious mononucleosis is an infection caused by various viruses, the most common being the Epstein-Barr Virus, which affects adolescents and young adults. Only 10% of pediatric patients are symptomatic and not all present the typical triad of the disease. Clinic case: this report presents a case of infectious mononucleosis due to Epstein-Barr Virus, which highlights a course of disease in an unusual age group, with compromised liver function that resolves with symptomatic treatment. Conclusions: patients with infectious mononucleosis due to Epstein-Barr Virus should undergo long-term follow-up to identify complications early.

Keywords

• Infectious Mononucleosis
• Pediatrics
• Herpesvirus 4 Human
• Neoplasms