Question 1

how does cmv affect the unborn baby during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Depends.: If the mother has been previously exposed, then the fetus is protected by her antibodies and should not suffer when the mother is exposed to CMV during pregnancy. If the pregnant woman has never before been infected with cmv, the fetus is at risk for in utero infection that can range from lethal to mild/none. The earlier the infection the more severe and unlikely; the later, the milder and likely.

Question 2

why is my cmv igm always positive, years later. it caused such a scare to the drs when they tested me during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Get it rechecked: The presence of CMV IgM is not solely indicative of primary infection. CMV IgM is detectable when a person 1) is newly infected, 2) has been infected in the past but recently re-exposed to CMV, 3) is undergoing reactivation of CMV infection that was acquired in the past, or 4) has a false-positive test result. Thus, the presence of CMV IgM should not be used by itself to diagnose primary CMV infec

Question 3

cytomegalovirus (cmv) during pregnancy? problems with babies? hi, i write, bcz i am concern. i got  a blood test and even though the result was negative, i got that i had this cmv virus non recently and i am pregnant, so i'm afraid my baby can get an

Accepted Answer

I : I can understand your concern, but you are doing all of the right things.  I am glad you have seen the specialist, which sounds like an infectious disease specialist.  I am glad you had follow up and that the repeat results were encouraging.  It sounds like you are doing everything just right and have a very good, thorough team of doctors.  Many women get various infections during pregnancy and may not even know it.  It is good that you have been so diligent about this testing.

Question 4

question about cmv and pregnancy! very important to know my options?

Accepted Answer

Seek expert care.: http://women.texaschildrens.org/fetalcenter/
recent data from italy suggest that hyperimmune globulin infusions to the pregnant woman can ameliorate the outcome for the infant.

Question 5

question about cmv and pregnancy! please help me and my fetus. what can we do?

Accepted Answer

Seek expert care.: http://women.texaschildrens.org/fetalcenter/
recent data from italy suggest that hyperimmune globulin infusions to the pregnant woman can ameliorate the outcome for the infant.

Question 6

i have cmv igg + is this mean i don't have to worry about my future pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

1 less thing to fear: The + igg for this entity means you have one less thing to worry about, the chance baby would be infected with this germ if you were exposed.It doesn't remove all the other issues, as there is about 4% risk with each pregnancy with an unexpected outcome.This includes premi delivery, infection , clefts etc all combined. It is good news.

Question 7

are pregnant women tested for cmv along with pregnancy bloodwork? can it be spread by sharing drinks?

Accepted Answer

Cmv: Pregnant women are tested for CMV because many times the disease may be dormant and not show any symptoms.

Question 8

if my rubella igg and cmv igg tests are positive should i consider for pregnancy, as i had earlier miscarriages.?

Accepted Answer

Yes: A positive rubella test could show a recent or long past infection. If recent, it might have been the issue with a miscarriage, if long past, something else was likely the cause.If yours is now + you won't need to worry about rubella or CMV for future pregnancies. As long as your system has recovered you can be successful.

Question 9

i have anti cmv igg positive value 211. is it dangerous?i am not pregnant now.can pregnancy be harmful for my baby?

Accepted Answer

CMV: You have had CMV infection previously, probably asymptomatically or unrecognized. Like other herpes viruses this will never leave your body but is unlikely to produce any significant disease in you or your baby unless you become severely immune suppressed. Have a wonderful baby and enjoy life.

Question 10

chances of pregnancy with evecare and cabergoline with treatment of cmv and herpes igg positive?

Accepted Answer

Nothing to do: These have nothing to do with you getting pregnant. You could still get pregnant if you are having unprotected sex.

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Cytomegalovirus (cmv) during pregnancy? problems with babies? hi, i write, bcz i am concern. i got a blood test and even though the result was negative, i got that i had this cmv virus non recently and i am pregnant, so i'm afraid my baby can get an

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Question about cmv and pregnancy! please help me and my fetus. what can we do?

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I have cmv igg + is this mean i don't have to worry about my future pregnancy?

A member asked:

Are pregnant women tested for cmv along with pregnancy bloodwork? can it be spread by sharing drinks?

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If my rubella igg and cmv igg tests are positive should i consider for pregnancy, as i had earlier miscarriages.?

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I have anti cmv igg positive value 211. is it dangerous?i am not pregnant now.can pregnancy be harmful for my baby?

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Chances of pregnancy with evecare and cabergoline with treatment of cmv and herpes igg positive?

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