Common "ganciclovir" queries answered by top doctors

Medical Conditions - Ganciclovir

Ganciclovir belongs to the group of antiviral drugs and is used as a prophylactic measure for cytomegalovirus in bone marrow or organ transplanted patients. It is given intravenously for over one hour. Diarrhea, dizziness, stomach upset, tremors, pain, and irritation at the site of injections are the most common side effects of taking this drug. Other uncommon side effects include seizures, hallucinations, confusion, etc.

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I have a small wound on the penis with inflammation. Is this STD?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. From your history, there are two main things. One is unprotected sex, and the other is a chemical reaction due to the lubricant.

Answered By

Dr. Samer Sameer Juma Ali Altawil

Urology

What tests confirm CMV infection in newborns?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the attachment (attachment removed to protect patient identity). I can understand your concern.

Answered By

Dr. Deepak Patel

Child Health

How to manage neurological symptoms of CMV infection?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Such a weird sensation can be due to parasitic infection only, and as you mentioned, you have a previous history of insect bites. So, most probably it is due to that only.

Answered By

Dr. Sugreev Singh

Internal Medicine

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