Yale New Haven Health Urgent Care proudly offers mononucleosis (“mono”) treatment for patients of all ages in Connecticut and New York. You can feel confident turning to Yale New Haven Health Urgent Care for mono treatment because we’re in-network with most major health insurance plans, we offer affordable self-pay rates, and we deliver quality care with ease and speed.
Mononucleosis is a type of viral infection caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (a member of the herpes virus family). Because mono is spread through saliva, it’s often referred to as “the kissing disease.” However, it’s important to note that mono can also be transmitted by sharing food, drinks, utensils, or toothbrushes with someone who’s infected with the virus.
Mono most commonly affects teens and young adults. While it’s possible for younger children to become infected with the virus, they typically don’t experience many symptoms, so their infections usually aren’t diagnosed. And because it’s rare to develop mono twice, and most people are exposed to the virus by the time they reach adulthood, adults are less likely to be infected.
The symptoms of mononucleosis often include:
Mono symptoms often take about four to six weeks to appear after someone is exposed to the virus. Some mono symptoms (e.g., fever and sore throat) usually improve within a couple weeks, while others (e.g., fatigue, lymph node swelling, and spleen swelling) may take longer to resolve.
One of the best things you can do to treat mononucleosis is rest. Resting often shortens the mono recovery timeline, while overexerting yourself could prolong your symptoms. This may require staying home and missing school, work, and other activities for an extended period of time.
If a medical provider determines that you have mono, they may also recommend that you:
Because mono is caused by a virus, rather than bacteria, antibiotics can’t be used to treat it. With that said, if mono causes a secondary bacterial infection (e.g., a sinus infection, strep throat, or tonsillitis), then a provider may prescribe antibiotics to treat that infection.
If you’re in Connecticut or New York, you can rely on Yale New Haven Health Urgent Care for mono treatment at any time of day or night. Our urgent care centers are all open 365 days per year with extended hours—patients can walk in or book a visit online—and we also offer a 24/7 integrated telehealth service for those who would prefer to receive treatment remotely. Click here to find the Yale New Haven Health Urgent Care location nearest you.
Patient: Somers, NY
We are proudly associated with Yale New Haven Health in Connecticut and New York. We, also, work collaboratively with local providers, including your primary care or specialty doctor, across Connecticut and New York.
Our experienced providers are trained in emergency, family, and internal medicine. In fact, you’ll find many are the same experts who have treated patients in local area hospitals.
Fees vary, though are significantly lower than a visit to the emergency room and generally the same or slightly higher than a visit to your primary care doctor.
If you have insurance, the total charges will be determined based on your insurance provider’s policy regarding urgent care and the level of care you receive during your visit with us. If you have further questions, please contact your insurance company.
For information on the estimated cost of a self-pay visit, please call your local Yale New Haven Health Urgent Care center.
If you have a question regarding billing, please visit our Billing & Insurance page to learn more.
To pay your bill online visit our Pay My Bill page.
Yes, we accept most major insurances. Your co-pay is collected and required at the time of service. Please visit our Accepted Insurance page for more information.
