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Xplantsister- I contracted CMV (cytomegalovirus) 2 months after my liver transplant in 2016. I told people at that time that the disease was like having mono on steroids. My treatment consisted of having a PICC line inserted for in home infusions of 450 mg of Ganciclovir In a 100ml bag. Each session lasted an hour and had to take place every 12 hours. Was also put on Prednisone and Prograf at the same time. Hope this information was somewhat helpful.

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Hi. Thank you for sharing. How long did it take you to start feeling better after the CMV treatment started? I take it the virus did not come back later in your recovery? Do you have any advice for a caretaker in such a situation - can we do anything to lift spirits or help the sufferer feel better?