Infectious Mononucleosis (Mono) | Epstein-Barr Virus, Transmission, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment

The video tutorial discusses infectious mononucleosis, commonly caused by the Epstein Barr virus (EBV). It covers the epidemiology, transmission, and pathophysiology of the disease, highlighting that most adults have been exposed to EBV, with the highest incidence in late teens and early 20s. The transmission is primarily through close contact, often referred to as the 'kissing disease.' The video explains the symptoms, including the classic triad of fever, sore throat, and lymphadenopathy, and the diagnosis using the monospot test. Treatment is mainly supportive, as the condition is self-limiting. Potential complications like splenic rupture and the risk of Hodgkin's lymphoma are also discussed.

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