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CMV positive what now?

Transplants | Last Active: Dec 8, 2023 | Replies (14)

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@hello1234

Hi @myringo 😊
Don't panic, CMV is a very common occurrence when the donor is CMV positive and the recepient is negative.
I received 6 months of Valcyte prophylaxis after my kidney transplant to help prevent CMV.
On my 8th month I had GI issues and tested positive for CMV.
I was put back on Valcyte for about 6 weeks and my immune suppression (MMF) dosage was reduced.
My CMV resolved nicely and never returned. I now have CMV antibodies.
It sounds like your viral load is low, which is a good thing. On Monday, they will probably prescribe Valcyte to be started. Did you take Valcyte after your transplant?

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I took valcyte for the first almost 3 months they stopped it because it was affecting other blood numbers
I have been feeling nauseous last couple days is that a symptom? I was told to watch for fever swollen glands and sore throat. I am hoping they will put me back on valcyte.