Is mono contagious?

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Mono can be contagious up to 2 months, so avoid sharing food or drinks with an infected person. Chronic mono can last 6 months.

Answered - 1 day ago at 11:22am on Jun 02 2012

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Yes, Mono is very contagious. Thanks for ChaChaing with us today!

Answered by Kathleen B. - 934 days ago at 3:13pm on Nov 12 2009

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Yes, people who have mono can be contagious from the time they first become infected with the virus. ChaCha!

Answered by Jimmy V. - 1164 days ago at 6:28pm on Mar 27 2009

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Mono can be contagious, yes.

Answered by Guy E. - 1196 days ago at 7:51am on Feb 23 2009

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Mono spreads through saliva, so no kissing, sharing utensils/food/etc., for at least several days. It may stick around longer!

Answered by Adrianne B. - 1222 days ago at 11:30pm on Jan 27 2009

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Mono is contagious, which means you can spread the virus to other people who haven't had mono before. Thanks for asking ChaCha!

Answered by Mindy D. - 1227 days ago at 7:44pm on Jan 23 2009

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Yes, mono is contagious, when Mono has run it's course a person is contagious for about 2-4 weeks after.

Answered by Amber A. - 1250 days ago at 12:22pm on Dec 31 2008

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It's not nearly as contagious as the common cold, but it's spread person-to-person, through saliva. ChaCha on!

Answered by Koralleen S. - 1263 days ago at 2:10pm on Dec 18 2008