Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

[Infectious mononucleosis].

L E Walther1, J Ilgner, A Oehme

  • 1Klinik für Hals-, Nasen-, Ohrenheilkunde und Plastische Kopf- und Halschirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Aachen. Lwalther@ukaachen.de

HNO
|January 20, 2005
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Related Concept Videos

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

[Management of ear, nose and throat emergencies].

Medizinische Klinik, Intensivmedizin und Notfallmedizin·2024
Same author

Position paper on olfactory dysfunction: 2023

Rhinology·2023
Same author

Correction to: Is endolymphatic sac surgery an efficient treatment of Menière's disease patients? A systematic literature search and meta-analysis.

European archives of oto-rhino-laryngology : official journal of the European Federation of Oto-Rhino-Laryngological Societies (EUFOS) : affiliated with the German Society for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Head and Neck Surgery·2022
Same author

Is endolymphatic sac surgery an efficient treatment of Menière's disease patients? A systematic literature search and meta-analysis.

European archives of oto-rhino-laryngology : official journal of the European Federation of Oto-Rhino-Laryngological Societies (EUFOS) : affiliated with the German Society for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Head and Neck Surgery·2022
Same author

[Current developments in primary and secondary surgical treatment of midface and periorbital trauma].

HNO·2022
Same author

Influence of tonotopic cochlear stimulation on subjective visual vertical - a pilot study.

European review for medical and pharmacological sciences·2021
Same journal

[The digits-in-noise test in audiological cochlear implant aftercare].

HNO·2026
Same journal

[Complications of acute otitis media].

HNO·2026
Same journal

HNO·2026
Same journal

[Facial fillers: evidence base, anatomical principles, materials, risks, techniques, and future perspectives].

HNO·2026
Same journal

Prevention in otology-the key to lifelong hearing health.

HNO·2026
Same journal

[Bilateral low-frequency hearing loss and tinnitus following spinal anesthesia during a cesarean section].

HNO·2026
See all related articles

Primary Epstein-Barr virus (infectious mononucleosis) infection typically causes sore throat, swollen lymph nodes, and enlarged spleen in young adults. Diagnosis involves blood tests and EBV quick tests, with most cases resolving well.

Area of Science:

  • Virology
  • Immunology
  • Infectious Diseases

Context:

  • Primary Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infection in immunocompetent individuals commonly manifests as infectious mononucleosis.
  • Symptoms include diphtheroid angina, cervical lymphadenopathy, and hepatosplenomegaly, typically affecting individuals aged 15-25.
  • The systemic nature of EBV mononucleosis necessitates interdisciplinary diagnostic approaches.

Purpose:

  • To outline the diagnostic criteria and management strategies for primary Epstein-Barr virus infection.
  • To highlight the importance of differential diagnosis in cases of infectious mononucleosis.
  • To describe the typical clinical course, potential complications, and prognosis of EBV infection.

Summary:

  • Infectious mononucleosis, caused by primary Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infection, presents with characteristic symptoms and requires specific diagnostic tests like differential blood analysis and EBV quick tests.

Related Experiment Videos

  • Detection of IgM antibodies confirms active infection, while abdominal ultrasound can assess organ involvement.
  • Management focuses on symptomatic relief, with surgical intervention (tonsillectomy) reserved for rare cases of airway obstruction.

    • Impact:

    • Provides a concise overview for clinicians on diagnosing and managing Epstein-Barr virus infections.
    • Emphasizes the generally favorable prognosis while acknowledging potential complications.
    • Informs diagnostic workup and treatment decisions for infectious mononucleosis.