The COVID-19 virus has been compared to several other viruses, infections, and diseases. One of the most recent comparisons has been to infectious mononucleosis. Some of the symptoms are similar and mono is also being studied in long-haul COVID patients. You may need to visit a Glendale Urgent Care for medical treatment. 

What is Mono?

Mono is an infection that can be caused by the Epstein-Barr (EBV) or the cytomegalovirus (CMV). Both of which are in the herpes virus family. In fact, it is a common infection that most people will experience at some point in their life. You may have the infection and not have any symptoms. However, if you do have symptoms, you will need to find an urgent care in Glendale for treatment. 

What Are the Symptoms of COVID-19 and Mono?

Symptoms of COVID-19 and Mono are similar to some extent and it will be difficult to determine which one you have without testing at an urgent care in Glendale. Symptoms of mono can include: 

• Extreme fatigue
• Fever
• Sore throat
• Head and body aches
• Swollen lymph glands
• Liver damage

COVID-19 symptoms include:

• Sore throat
• Nausea
• Fever
• Cough 
• Shortness of breath
• Fatigue
• Body aches
• Diarrhea
• Congestion 
• Loss of taste or smell

Symptoms of mono can last for one to two months while COVID can range depending on the severity of the virus. COVID symptoms can last a few days or months and can even end in death. It is important to seek medical treatment for either illness as soon as you see any symptoms. 

How is Mono Transmitted?

Mono is found in your saliva, and it is important to avoid kissing, sharing personal items, sharing food or utensils with anyone else. Certainly, this is a safe way to prevent the spread of Mono. COVID on the other hand is transmitted through particles in the air. This can be harder to prevent but the use of masks and maintaining social distance is highly recommended. 

Treatment Methods

Treatment for mono is not extensive like some COVID cases and can be treated at home with minimal medical intervention once diagnosed. You will need to get lots of rest and drink plenty of fluids. You can take over-the-counter medication if recommended by your doctor and Corticosteroids in some cases to reduce swelling in your tonsils and throat. Treatment will be determined by your medical professional based on various factors. 

COVID has similar treatment options for mild cases. You will need to stay home and away from others, get plenty of rest and stay hydrated. Also, you can take over-the-counter medications to alleviate some of the symptoms. You will need to use a separate bathroom and utensils if possible so no one else in the home becomes infected. In fact, the only time you should leave your home is for medical appointments. 

UrgentMED Can Treat Mono

When you or your child become sick whether it be from an everyday cold or something more serious like COVID or mono, you will need to get medical attention. Certainly, Glendale Urgent Care can help get an accurate diagnosis and start a treatment plan. 

UrgentMED has walk-in clinics and urgent care centers in Glendale and the surrounding areas.