Can you get mono from kissing?

EBV is the most common cause of mono, but other viruses can cause it too. How It Spreads. EBV spreads through bodily fluids. The most common way it spreads is through saliva, which is why you can get it from kissing. You can also get it if you share food, drinks, or silverware with a person who has it, or if an infected person coughs or sneezes near you. read more

Infectious mononucleosis, or mono, refers to a group of symptoms usually caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). It typically occurs in teenagers, but you can get it at any age. The virus is spread through saliva, which is why some people call it “the kissing disease.” Many people develop EBV infections as children after age 1. read more

Mono is contagious, which means someone who has it can spread the virus to other people. Even though it's called the kissing disease, there are other ways you can get mono. They all involve contact with saliva (spit) — so sharing straws, toothbrushes, or food from the same plate can spread mono. read more