Skiing wijth mono?

GingerKid08

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Alright, im 90% sure I have mono, I went to the doctor on monday but he said it was to early to get a solid test, so im going in on friday for the actual test. I want to go skiing tommarow but im not to sure. I know mono fucks up the spleen, and something with your back, so I could really fuck myself up if I take a big fall. But what about just cruising groomers, think ill be alright?
 
you will be fine, I spent a weekend mountain biking with not just mono but also appendicitis (at the same time) and i came away fine.
 
Think of it this way; If you fall and something hurts inside... You'll know it's your spleen and it'll be easier to fix!
 
yeah my friend almost had mono and there's a serious danger of rupturing your spleen, it's not the skiing that will hurt you, it's if you fall. i would talk to your doctor and not just take a chance because rupturing your spleen would fuck you up good.
 
I just bruised my spleen (see my thread about the end of my season) doc says i cant do shit for 3 months, he seemed pretty serious. honestly, i wouldnt go skiing. seriously, you can get really fucked up.

i just bruised it and cant do shit for 3 months, i dont even know how long for rupturing it.
 
yeah i was reading up on it a while ago, and it said to avoid too much physical activity since your spleen is already enlarged, falls and such could rupture. so yeah just stay on the cordoroy if you go.
 
I love how people ask medical questions on NS.

Don't ask us whether you should ski or not, ask a doctor and then decide for yourself.

I did a quick search (took me 5 seconds) and found you some information.

Mononucleosis

What is mononucleosis?

Mononucleosis (often called "mono") is an infection caused by the Epstein-Barr virus. Signs of mono include fever, sore throat, headaches, white patches on the back of your throat, swollen glands in your neck, feeling tired and not feeling hungry.

How is mono passed?

Mono is not spread as easily as some other viruses, such as the common cold. The mono virus is found in saliva and mucus. It is usually passed from one person to another through kissing, although it may rarely be passed in other ways, such as coughing. Signs of mono usually develop 4 to 7 weeks after you're exposed to the virus. Generally, people only get mono once. It's most common among people 15 to 35 years old.

How is mono diagnosed?

Your doctor will probably first ask you some questions about your symptoms and then may do blood tests to confirm the diagnosis. One common test used to diagnose mono is called the Monospot test. Sometimes other blood tests are needed if the results of the Monospot test aren't clear.

Does mono have any complications?

Sometimes. The main serious concern with mono is that the spleen will enlarge and even rupture (tear open). The spleen is like a large gland. It's located in the upper part of your abdomen on the left side. It has functions that relate to your blood.

Although a ruptured spleen is rare in people with mono, it's wise to be aware of the signs and call your doctor right away if you notice any of them. Signs of a ruptured spleen include pain in the left upper part of your abdomen (under the left chest), feeling lightheaded, feeling like your heart is beating fast and hard, bleeding more easily than usual and having trouble breathing.

Can mono be cured?

No. But mono will go away on its own. Symptoms usually last about 4 weeks.

How is mono treated?

The main point of treatment is to relieve your symptoms. The following list includes tips on treatment.

Rest.

Drink plenty of fluids.

If you have a sore throat, gargle with salt water, or suck on throat lozenges, hard candy or flavored frozen desserts (such as Popsicles).

You may want to take acetaminophen (one brand name: Tylenol) or ibuprofen (some brand names: Advil, Motrin, Nuprin) to relieve pain and fever. Do not give aspirin to children. Aspirin should be avoided because it has been associated with a disease called Reye's syndrome in children. Reye's syndrome is a serious illness that can lead to death.

Do I need an antibiotic?

Antibiotics like penicillin are of no help in mono. Mono is caused by a virus, and antibiotics don't work against viruses. If you have a bacterial infection in addition to having mono, your doctor may give you an antibiotic.

What about sports and exercise?

Avoid sports, activities or exercise of any kind until your doctor tells you it's safe. Moving around too much puts you at risk of rupturing your spleen. You need to avoid physical activities for about 3 to 4 weeks after the infection starts.
 
you should just call you're doctor... it says that you shouldn't go within 3-4 weeks of the Infection, and your obviously not infected yet if it's too soon to tell, so i would just call my doctor and get the okay and then go... and if you do get a split spleen after the doctor says it's okay... you just gained a whole lot of money off health insurance.
 
consult with a doctor first...i almost ruptured it because i was skateboarding on my 16th birthday and i was starting to feel better and i did a handrail and fell kind of hard..noooottt a good idea.....
 
i just had mono recently. rupturing your spleen isn't common with mono but there is the possibility. sounds like your early in the stages of it so it probably isn't too enlarged yet. if you just cruised the groomers i think you would be fine, but you do have to be real careful. it really would be a better idea to stay in tho, the less time you spend taking it easy and resting the longer until it goes away.
 
You would be off of skiing for less time if you let it go away then if you go and get yourself majorly fucked up and have to sit out longer.

But if you're really careful why not go?
 
my buddy ruptured his spleen and had six pints of blood in his stomach by the time he got on the table. and he's still living. Thats a claim. But dont try it.. he should have died.
 
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