Break down the medical word into its word parts, and give the meaning of each word part. Then, give the definition of the medical word.

Mononucleosis

Definition:
Combining form and definition:
Suffix and definition:


Definition: A viral disease that affects the lymphatic system and is characterized by an increased number of lymphocytes in addition to other signs and symptoms
Prefix and definition: mono-, “one”
Combining form and definition: nucle/o, “kernel, nucleus”
Suffix and definition: -osis, “condition of”

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