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| However, CMV infection during pregnancy can be hazardous to the fetus, possibly leading to stillbirth, brain damage, other birth defects, or neonatal illness. Causes & Development; Risk Factors Cytomegalovirus has been found in the saliva, respiratory droplets, urine, semen, breast milk, feces, blood (transfusions), and vaginal and cervical secretions of infected persons. Cytomegalovirus is probably spread through the body in lymphocytes or mononuclear cells to the lungs, liver, and central nervous system where it often produces inflammatory reactions. Immunodeficient patients (AIDS patients or who have those who have received transplanted organs), are at high risk of contracting CMV infection. Recipients of blood transfusions from donors with positive CMV antibodies are at some risk. Prognosis; Complications In most patients, the disease usually runs a benign, self-limiting course. Most patients recover within 4 to 6 weeks without medication. Fatigue may linger for 2 to 3 months. Other possible complications include secondary throat infection, rupture of spleen (rare) and neurologic complications (rare). |
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