Throat in glandular fever. Close-up of the inflamed tonsils of a 23-year-old male patient with glandular fever (infectious mononucleosis). This acute viral infection is caused either by the Epstein-Barr virus or cytomegalovirus. Once in the body the virus multiplies inside lymphocyte white blood cells. Symptoms include high fever,sore throat and swollen lymph nodes,particularly in the neck. The diagnosis is made by a blood smear or a test for antibodies. Most patients recover within 4-6 weeks but frequently feel tired and run-down for a further two or three months. Here,the uvula (centre) can be seen between the two tonsils | |
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Credit: | Science Photo Library / Marazzi, Dr. P. |
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