Mononucleosis...can I get it again?

I had mono about 5 months ago. If I kiss somebody who had it approximately 8 months ago, can he get it again? Can I get it again from him? Is mono like the chicken pox, where once you have it, you most likely won't get it again?

What is mononucleosis?
Mononucleosis (often called "mono") is an infection caused by the Epstein-Barr virus. Signs of mono include fever, sore throat, headaches, white patches on the back of your throat, swollen glands in your neck, feeling tired and not feeling hungry.

Can mono be cured?
No. But mono will go away on its own. Symptoms usually last about 4 weeks.

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How is mono treated?
The main point of treatment is to relieve your symptoms. The following list includes tips on treatment.

Rest.
Drink plenty of fluids.
If you have a sore throat, gargle with salt water, or suck on throat lozenges, hard candy or flavored frozen desserts (such as Popsicles).
You may want to take acetaminophen (one brand name: Tylenol) or ibuprofen (some brand names: Advil, Motrin, Nuprin) to relieve pain and fever. Do not give aspirin to children. Aspirin should be avoided because it has been associated with a disease called Reye's syndrome in children. Reye's syndrome is a serious illness that can lead to death.
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*Get plenty of rest and Mononucleosis should not appear again.

Once you have it... You have it for ever. It comes and goes. It usually reappears when you are rundown or ill.

Well if you both went to the doctor and made sure the mononucleosis was done with then there should be no problem. I do think that you can get mono again though if you are in contact with someone that has 'active' mono. Ask your doctor or his nurse, they#ll give you all the details.

it never goes away and if you are tested you will always show up positive. I had "had it" six different times. when i get really sick it acts up in a way.