Description

JJ is a 23 year-old female with a history of infectious mononucleosis at age 15. She presents with acute onset of sore throat along with fever (101.8 F), bilaterally swollen lymph nodes that are tender to touch, headache, and difficulty swallowing. Patient symptoms began around 2 days ago following exposure to a sick roommate. Physical examination reveals fever of 101.5 F, bilateral cervical lymphadenopathy, erythema of the pharynx, and tonsillar exudate. Patient breathing is unlabored and clear to auscultation bilaterally. Patient taking acetaminophen as needed to reduce fever, headache, and sore throat symptoms. Cold food temporarily improves sore throat. Patient denies receiving flu vaccine this year. COVID series completed.