A 22-year-old British student was hospitalised after contracting glandular fever, commonly known as the kissing disease. This condition, caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), spreads primarily through saliva, often during kissing but also through sharing items like cigarettes or glasses.The student, Neve McRavy, reported feeling extremely ill after kissing a man at a bar following her graduation celebration. She initially experienced a sore throat, which she mistook for tonsillitis. As her symptoms, including high fever, swollen glands, severe sweating, and vomiting, worsened, she sought medical help. Despite being prescribed antibiotics, her condition did not improve until she was diagnosed with glandular fever and received intravenous hydration.@RageGoldenEagleI snogged a stranger on a night out and ended up in hospital on an IV drip: Self-confessed party girl warns clubbers of dangers of the kissing diseasehttps://t.co/4WPkzAQqdO— RGEnews (@news4Rge) June 29, 2024Student, 22, rushed to hospital with kissing disease that left her gagging on her own saliva https://t.co/hLyfvAg1wi https://t.co/hLyfvAg1wi— The Sun (@TheSun_NI) June 29, 2024Glandular fever, also known as infectious mononucleosis or mono, is a viral infection prevalent among teenagers and young adults. Symptoms can last for several weeks, making sufferers feel very unwell. The infection can cause severe complications, such as hepatitis and liver failure, which are potentially life-threatening. Symptoms of these complications include jaundice, intolerance to alcohol, loss of appetite, and recurrent nausea.As of now, there is no cure for the kissing disease.The Epstein-Barr virus, responsible for glandular fever, can cause inflammation of the liver in some cases, leading to serious health issues. While the infection usually resolves without specific treatment, it can have a prolonged impact on the affected individuals health. It is crucial for those experiencing severe symptoms to seek medical attention promptly to manage the illness effectively and prevent complications.
