Mononucleosis (mono) may cause an enlarged spleen, which could rupture if you are hit in the abdomen. A ruptured spleen is serious and requires immediate surgery to correct.
To reduce the risk of having a ruptured spleen, avoid heavy lifting or contact sports for 4 weeks after you become ill with mono or until your doctor says it is safe.
Credits
| Author | Debby Golonka, MPH |
| Editor | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA |
| Associate Editor | Pat Truman, MATC |
| Primary Medical Reviewer | Michael J. Sexton, MD - Pediatrics |
| Specialist Medical Reviewer | W. David Colby IV, MSc, MD, FRCPC - Infectious Disease |
| Last Updated | September 19, 2007 |
Author:Debby Golonka, MPH
Last Updated: 09/19/2007
