Cytomegalovirus infection (CMV viral infection)
About Cytomegalovirus infection (CMV viral infection)
A condition caused by a member of the herpesvirus family. In most people with a normal immune system CMV infection does not cause any symptoms or disease. Some people with this infection develop a mononucleosis-like syndrome. Immunocompromised patients can develop chronic infections of the eyes, lungs, brain or intestine. If a pregnant patient becomes infected with CMV she can pass the infection to her baby causing significant disease to the newborn including death.Symptoms
Fever, diarrhea, night sweats, fatigue, cough, shortness of breath, headache, seizure, weight loss, decreased vision.Tests & Diagnostics
A history and physical exam will be performed. Additional tests include: Tests to identify the virus in the blood or tissue infected and/or antibody testing.Common tests: Complete blood count (CBC), Comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP), CT Scan, MRI, Urinalysis (UA).
Prescription medications
Conventional treatment summary
Antiviral drugs may minimize the damage done by the virus but they cannot eliminate the virus from the body.Medical specialties
Internal Medicine · Pediatrics · Family Practice · Infectious Disease Medicine · Pediatric Infectious Disease Medicine · HIV and AIDS Specialist
This page is educational content, not medical advice. Always consult a qualified clinician for diagnosis and treatment of Cytomegalovirus infection (CMV viral infection).