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Which virus is the most prevalent viral cause of congenital infection?
Which virus is the most prevalent viral cause of congenital infection?
Which type of infection can lead to serious birth defects in the baby if the mother is infected during pregnancy?
Which type of infection can lead to serious birth defects in the baby if the mother is infected during pregnancy?
What is the main symptom of CMV retinitis?
What is the main symptom of CMV retinitis?
Which neoplasm is almost exclusively seen in patients with AIDS?
Which neoplasm is almost exclusively seen in patients with AIDS?
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How is Kaposi's Sarcoma primarily spread?
How is Kaposi's Sarcoma primarily spread?
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Study Notes
Congenital Infections
- Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is the most prevalent viral cause of congenital infection.
Infections and Birth Defects
- Infection during pregnancy can lead to serious birth defects in the baby.
CMV Retinitis
- The main symptom of CMV retinitis is vision loss.
Kaposi's Sarcoma
- Kaposi's Sarcoma is a neoplasm almost exclusively seen in patients with AIDS.
- Kaposi's Sarcoma is primarily spread through human herpesvirus 8 (HHV-8).
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Test your knowledge on CMV infection and its impact on vision! Learn about the most prevalent viral cause of congenital infection, the risk of birth defects, and the development of CMV retinitis. Challenge yourself with questions on symptoms and who is primarily affected.
