Is mono herpes?

Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), also known as human herpesvirus 4, is a member of the herpes virus family. It is one of the most common human viruses. EBV is found all over the world. Most people get infected with EBV at some point in their lives. EBV spreads most commonly through bodily fluids, primarily saliva. read more

Mononucleosis can also be caused by Cytomegalovirus (CMV), a herpes virus most commonly found in bodily fluids. While CMV can cause mononucleosis, 85%-90% of all cases are associated with EBV. A person becomes infected with CMV by direct contact with infected bodily fluids. CMV is most commonly transmitted through kissing and sexual intercourse. read more

mono is a herpes virus, but is not like the herpes simplex virus. any herpes virus that remains in the body is a part of the herpes family. That's what classifies them, not symptoms. any herpes virus that remains in the body is a part of the herpes family. That's what classifies them, not symptoms. read more

Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), also known as human herpesvirus 4, is a member of the herpes virus family. It is one of the most common human viruses. EBV is found all over the world. Most people get infected with EBV at some point in their lives. read more

The STD Project answers the common question: Is mono an STD with references to scholarly journals and the facts about infectious mononucleosis. read more