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How long does glandular fever last?


I went to the doctor this morning, and he said I might have gladular fever. Don't know much about it, but I have been really sick for over a week. Does anyone know how long it lasts?

I had a respitory tract infection last week, my throat was really sore, and the dr gave antibiotics. They worked and my throat got better. Its been a week, and my sore throat is coming back again, as well as a sore gland. What should I do?

Glandular fever often starts with a few days of mild symptoms, including headache, and tiredness. The major symptoms then develop, and may last seven to twenty one days. They vary in how badly they affect you, but usually include a fever, sore throat, and tiredness, along with aches and pains all over the body.

This phase of the illness may last a few days to a few weeks. It is accompanied by tender enlargement of the glands (the lymph glands or lymph nodes) which are around the body to help defend against infection.

A small number of people (about one in ten) develop a faint red rash on the trunk and limbs. Sometimes the liver may become inflamed (hepatitis), even to the extent of making you go yellow (jaundiced).

After the worst of the initial symptoms have passed, most people continue to feel tired all the time, and easily exhausted. This is frequently accompanied by depression.

After a period of weeks or months, most people return to normal.

the two week version last about 14 days, while the 24 hour one last a little over 23hours.

Mononucleosis. About 6 weeks you are stuck with it.

My daughter had a severe case of it and ended up in hospital. Her symptoms including exhaustion lasted about 4 months. You really have to look after yourself and rest a lot. Drink lots of water and eat properly. Dont over exert yourself. Unfortunately you just have to sit it out. But sit it out wisely.

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