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  • Virology
  • Immunology
  • Epidemiology

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  • Infectious mononucleosis is a common illness, primarily caused by Epstein-Barr virus (EBV).
  • EBV infects over 90% of the global population, often asymptomatically.
  • Transmission occurs through oral contact, particularly among adolescents.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize the clinical presentation, diagnosis, and long-term consequences of infectious mononucleosis.
  • To highlight the role of Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) in the disease.
  • To outline current research gaps and future directions for EBV-related diseases.

Main Methods:

  • Clinical characterization of infectious mononucleosis symptoms.
  • Serological testing for Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) antibodies (heterophile and EBV-specific).
  • Review of epidemiological data and long-term health outcomes associated with EBV infection.

Main Results:

  • Acute illness involves pharyngitis, lymphadenopathy, fatigue, and fever, with high viral loads and specific immune responses.
  • Diagnosis can be made clinically in adolescents with heterophile antibodies, but EBV-specific profiles are more reliable, especially in children.
  • Long-term complications include Hodgkin lymphoma and multiple sclerosis.

Conclusions:

  • Infectious mononucleosis is a significant clinical manifestation of Epstein-Barr virus infection with potential severe long-term sequelae.
  • Accurate diagnosis relies on a combination of clinical presentation and specific virological markers.
  • Further research is needed for EBV vaccine development, understanding disease severity risk factors, and discovering novel antiviral treatments.