Cytomegalovirus - Causes - Better Medicine

What causes cytomegalovirus?

Cytomegalovirus is a member of the herpesvirus family. It is contagious and spreads from person to person, but most people never develop symptoms. It can be spread through all bodily fluids and can also spread from a pregnant mother to her baby.

What are the risk factors for cytomegalovirus?

A number of factors increase your risk of developing cytomegalovirus infection. Not all people with risk factors will get cytomegalovirus. Risk factors for cytomegalovirus include:

Attendance or work in a daycare or school setting
Close contact with an infected person
Weakened immune system

Reducing your risk of cytomegalovirus

You may be able to lower your risk of cytomegalovirus by:

Avoiding contact with the saliva or urine of children
Cleaning surfaces that might have come in contact with the saliva or urine of children
Washing your hands frequently with soap and water

INTRODUCTION

What is cytomegalovirus?

Cytomegalovirus is a virus belonging to the herpesvirus family that commonly infects humans. Although cytomegalovirus infections are very common, most people who have the infection do not feel sick or even notice the infection. Others, particularly those whose immune systems are weakened, develop symptoms that resemble mononucleosis. People whose immune systems are weakened are also more l... Read more about cytomegalovirus introduction

SYMPTOMS

What are the symptoms of cytomegalovirus?

Most people who have a cytomegalovirus infection do not experience any symptoms at all, although you may develop symptoms such as fatigue, fever, sore throat, headache, and swollen glands. People with weakened immune systems are more likely to have symptoms, which may be severe and can affect different organs in the body.... Read more about cytomegalovirus symptoms

TREATMENTS

How is cytomegalovirus treated?

Cytomegalovirus typically resolves on its own and rarely requires treatment. However, your doctor might prescribe antiviral medications if you have a weakened immune system.... Read more about cytomegalovirus treatments