1. It is a possibility that Paula might have strep throat. The infection that could have given Paula her principal symptoms are: the common cold, influenza virus, or mononucleosis. All these infections at an early stage describe all the symptoms that Paula is experiencing, including that of strep throat. (“Sorethroat”)
2. Other names used to describe mononucleosis disease are: mono, the kissing disease, or Epstein-Barr virus. ("Mononucleosis.")
3. Other symptoms associated with this disease are: Swollen throat and tonsils, weakness, fatigue, high fever, sore throat, reddened of the throat, chills, loss of appetite. Much more serve symptoms include: Spleen and liver enlargement and jaundice. Less common complications: anemia, heart problems, …show more content…
The causing agent of infectious mononucleosis is by Epstein- Barr Virus (EBV); this is also known as human herpesvirus 4. It is a double stranded DNA genome of about 172 kb. It is in the Herpesviridae family. This virus also causes other diseases like lymphoproliferate and Africican Burkitt’a lymphoma. Its most commonly way of transmission is through bodily fluids like salvia, blood, and semen when in sexual encounter. It may be also spread by sharing objects that are infected with the virus such as tooth brush, utensils, or sharing/ being in contact with the person who is infected. The prevalence of this virus is very high, because it’s form of contact to the disease is fairly easy to come in contact with since it can infect two different cells in the body. The salivary glands cell and leukocytes. The form in which the pathogen infects the salivary glands is by carrying the virus in the cell of the salivary gland from your mouth. (The Editors of Encyclopædia Britannica, and “About Epstein-Barr Virus …show more content…
Dr. Calvert didn’t recommend aspirin because when a person younger than 20 years old has been diagnosed with mononucleosis, aspirin can cause Reye syndrome. This disease can develop to anyone younger than 20 years of age. This disease primarily affects the brain and liver. May cause drowsiness, confusion, seizures, coma, and in worse case scenarios, death. The cause of Reye syndrome is yet unknown. ("Health Information.")
9. This infection could result in internal bleeding because of strenuous activity because when someone has mononucleosis, a possible side effect is an enlarged spleen. Under circumstances of strenuous activity due to the enlargement of the spleen, it can easily rupture and cause internal bleeding. Avoiding all types of vigorous activity for about a month is recommended for a quick recovery. (“Mononucleosis”)
10. Other sequelae associated with infectious mononucleosis according to the disease database are: Paul-Bunnell test positive, atypical lymphocytes, splenomegaly, lymphocytosis, pericarditis, lymphadenopathy, pyrexia of unknown origin, tonsillitis, immunoglobulin levels raised (plasma or serum), coombs positive, direct, VDRL positive, proteinuria, maculopapular rash, hepatocellular, jaundice, cold agglutinins, thrombocytopenia, and myocarditis. ("Complications of
2. Other names used to describe mononucleosis disease are: mono, the kissing disease, or Epstein-Barr virus. ("Mononucleosis.")
3. Other symptoms associated with this disease are: Swollen throat and tonsils, weakness, fatigue, high fever, sore throat, reddened of the throat, chills, loss of appetite. Much more serve symptoms include: Spleen and liver enlargement and jaundice. Less common complications: anemia, heart problems, …show more content…
The causing agent of infectious mononucleosis is by Epstein- Barr Virus (EBV); this is also known as human herpesvirus 4. It is a double stranded DNA genome of about 172 kb. It is in the Herpesviridae family. This virus also causes other diseases like lymphoproliferate and Africican Burkitt’a lymphoma. Its most commonly way of transmission is through bodily fluids like salvia, blood, and semen when in sexual encounter. It may be also spread by sharing objects that are infected with the virus such as tooth brush, utensils, or sharing/ being in contact with the person who is infected. The prevalence of this virus is very high, because it’s form of contact to the disease is fairly easy to come in contact with since it can infect two different cells in the body. The salivary glands cell and leukocytes. The form in which the pathogen infects the salivary glands is by carrying the virus in the cell of the salivary gland from your mouth. (The Editors of Encyclopædia Britannica, and “About Epstein-Barr Virus …show more content…
Dr. Calvert didn’t recommend aspirin because when a person younger than 20 years old has been diagnosed with mononucleosis, aspirin can cause Reye syndrome. This disease can develop to anyone younger than 20 years of age. This disease primarily affects the brain and liver. May cause drowsiness, confusion, seizures, coma, and in worse case scenarios, death. The cause of Reye syndrome is yet unknown. ("Health Information.")
9. This infection could result in internal bleeding because of strenuous activity because when someone has mononucleosis, a possible side effect is an enlarged spleen. Under circumstances of strenuous activity due to the enlargement of the spleen, it can easily rupture and cause internal bleeding. Avoiding all types of vigorous activity for about a month is recommended for a quick recovery. (“Mononucleosis”)
10. Other sequelae associated with infectious mononucleosis according to the disease database are: Paul-Bunnell test positive, atypical lymphocytes, splenomegaly, lymphocytosis, pericarditis, lymphadenopathy, pyrexia of unknown origin, tonsillitis, immunoglobulin levels raised (plasma or serum), coombs positive, direct, VDRL positive, proteinuria, maculopapular rash, hepatocellular, jaundice, cold agglutinins, thrombocytopenia, and myocarditis. ("Complications of