A patient presents with the following signs and symptoms: gradual onset of low-grade fever, marked fatigue, severe sore throat, and posterior cervical lymphadenopathy.Based on the signs and symptoms alone, which of the following conditions is most likely the cause?

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The signs and symptoms described are characteristic of infectious mononucleosis, caused by the Epstein-Barr virus. Gonorrhea typically manifests with dysuria and purulent discharge, while influenza presents with high fever, body aches, and respiratory symptoms. Herpes zoster (shingles) typically presents with a painful rash in a dermatomal distribution.

A Patient Presents with the Following Signs and Symptoms: Gradual