What Causes Vestibular Neuritis?

Mononucleosis

This condition is a highly contagious viral infection normally caused by the Epstein-Barr virus. It can result in extreme fatigue, swollen lymph nodes, an enlarged spleen, chills, body aches, and swollen tonsils. Patients may also experience a headache, fever, nausea, and a rash. Patients who test positive for the illness will be advised to avoid contact sports, and they may also need to stay at home for several weeks to recover. While most patients begin to feel better in two to four weeks, the fatigue caused by this illness can linger for months. To help themselves feel better, patients should try to stay hydrated, and gargling with salt water may be recommended to relieve a sore throat. If patients also have a sinus infection or strep throat, these can be resolved with antibiotics.