Crystal
I recently got over it and it was my first time getting it. It stems from weakening my ammune system. After a winter of the flu for 2 months, sinus infections, etc. I finally got the mono. It made me so tired all I wanted to do was sleep and sleep. I was told I was so cranky. It's important to rest and get lots of fluid. Plus have your son use separate eating utensils and no kissing or sharing anything with the mouth. I used paper plates, bowls, cups and plastic forks, spoons and knives. Then I threw them away. I had to get weekly blood tests because my liver was enlarged and the function of it was elevated. Once the blood tests showed it was ok the nurse told me it would be another 2-3 wks till I was over mono. I found out later when the blood work came back fine I was over mono but the tiredness would last another 2-3 wks. Family memebers can get it if they kiss on the lips or share things with the mouth. I was worried since I had a 4 yr. old daughter and a pregnant daughter in my home. They were fine as well as my husband. Any age can get it. My doctor's son just had gotten over it when I got it and one of the nurse's sons had it at college then too. Just follow your doctors orders and rest with lots of fluids. The body needs to just fight it and get over it. I was told no medicine will help except advil for the muscle pain and fevers. Hot showers and heating pads also helped me. I hope your son is well soon. I don't wish this on my worst enemy.