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How Is Mono Spread? for Teens
Find out what the experts have to say.
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Mononucleosis (Mono) for Teens
It's sometimes called "the kissing disease," but kissing is just one of the ways that someone can catch mono.
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How Long Is Mono Contagious? for Teens
If someone gets mono, the virus stays in that person's body for life. The virus may surface from time to time and possibly infect someone else. Here are the facts on how mono works.
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome for Teens
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a complicated disease for doctors to diagnose — and even fully understand. Find out more about this often misunderstood condition.
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Encephalitis for Teens
Encephalitis is an inflammation of the brain. Although encephalitis sounds scary, understanding its causes, symptoms, and treatment can help you feel prepared to deal with it if you ever need to.
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Thrombocytopenia for Teens
Thrombocytopenia is when someone has too few platelets in their bloodstream. Many things can cause it and most can be treated.
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Strep Test (Video) for Teens
This video shows what it's like to get a strep test.
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Cold Sores (HSV-1) for Teens
Cold sores (also known as fever blisters) are pretty common and lots of people get them. So what causes them and what can you do?
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Tonsillitis for Teens
You wake up and your throat is swollen and you have a fever. Could it be tonsillitis? Find out what tonsillitis is, how to treat it, and how to prevent it.
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Infections for Teens
Who needs a flu shot? How long is mono contagious? Find out about infections that teens can get, with information about how they're spread, signs & symptoms, when to go to the doctor, and more.