Patient's question:
My baby girl. She just turned two weeks old. Usually, the whole family takes good care of her, always afraid she might bump or scrape. Recently, for some reason, my baby has been crying a lot. What should I do about cytomegalovirus infection in newborns?Doctor's answer:
If the newborn is further tested and confirmed to be infected with cytomegalovirus, antiviral treatment should be strengthened after diagnosis to prevent further worsening and the occurrence of hematological or immunological diseases, such as thrombocytopenic purpura. The main manifestations are subcutaneous and mucosal bleeding. Further deterioration may lead to internal and intracranial bleeding, endangering life safety. Generally, recovery can be achieved after 1~2 weeks of antiviral treatment.