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Infectious mononucleosis (CMV)

Alternative Names: CMV Mononucleosis; Acute acquired cytomegalovirus infection; Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Symptoms: Fever Sore throat Enlarged lymph nodes, especially in the neck Malaise (vague ill feeling) Frequent tiredness or fatigue Loss of appetite Muscular aches or stiffness Less common symptoms include: Jaundice (yellow cast to skin) Headache Neck stiffness Sensitivity to light Cough Shortness of breath Chest pain Rapid heart rate Irregular heart rate Hives Signs and tests: Text Continues Below A physical examination reveals an enlarged liver or an enlarged spleen. The liver and spleen may be tender when they are gently pressed (palpated). There may be a skin rash. A CMV ELISA antibody test may be positive and should increase in the few weeks after the disease ends. A monospot test may be negative in CMV mononucleosis. A CBC shows decreased platelet count and atypical lymphocytes. A chemistry panel shows abnormal liver enzyme results.

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