Why is mononucleosis known as the kissing disease? Find out what the experts say

Why is mononucleosis known as the kissing disease? Find out what the experts say

Answered by Dr. Ilya Aleksandrovskiy

M.D., MBA · 5 years of experience · USA

Mononucleosis often known as kissing disease because it spreads through saliva.

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Answered by Dr. Alex T. Thomas

MD · 40 years of experience · USA

The infection spreads through bodily fluids such as saliva and hence referred to as kissing disease.

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Answered by Dr. Mohan P. Abraham

M.D., FAAFP (Family Physician) · 40 years of experience · USA

Mononucleosis spreads from person to person through saliva. It can spread through kissing.

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