Often called the "kissing disease" due to its transmission through saliva, mononucleosis is a disease caused by the Epstein-Barr virus. Many are familiar with mononucleosis, by either having suffered from it themselves or knowing a friend who has. Although most people who suffer from mononucleosis will recover fully, the virus remains in their body, and can contribute to long-term health concerns. Mononucleosis, Third Edition explores the microbiology of the virus as well as treatment and prevention options. 

Chapters include:

• Infectious Mononucleosis and Epstein-Barr Virus
• The Discovery of Epstein-Barr Virus
• The Life of Epstein-Barr Virus
• Immune System Response to Epstein-Barr Virus
• Signs and Symptoms
• EBV Transmission and Latent Infection
• Diagnosis of Infectious Mononucleosis
• Treatments for Infectious Mononucleosis
• Epstein-Barr Virus and Cancer
• Epstein-Barr Virus and Other Diseases.