Cytomegalovirus

/ˌsaɪtəˌmɛɡəˈlaɪvɪrəs/
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Cytomegalovirus is a common virus that can cause disease in people with weakened immune systems, such as those who have received organ transplants.

Patients with cytomegalovirus may experience symptoms like fever and fatigue.
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Often appears as...

  • cytomegalovirus infection
  • cytomegalovirus disease

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noun

Cytomegalovirus is a common virus that can cause disease in people with weakened immune systems, such as those who have received organ transplants.

Patients with cytomegalovirus may experience symptoms like fever and fatigue.
Visual representation of "cytomegalovirus" - Cytomegalovirus is a common virus that can cause disease in people with weakened immune systems, such as those who have received organ transplants.

Often appears as...

  • cytomegalovirus infection
  • cytomegalovirus disease

Usage tips

Formal

Technical

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Cytomegalovirus is primarily discussed within medical settings.

Medical professionals use the term when referring to its implications for health.
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Use 'cytomegalovirus' in formal healthcare communications.

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Understanding

Recognize cytomegalovirus as a common issue among immunocompromised individuals.

Understanding its impact is crucial for patient care.
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Context

Cytomegalovirus is primarily discussed within medical settings.

Medical professionals use the term when referring to its implications for health.
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Formality

Use 'cytomegalovirus' in formal healthcare communications.

Avoid using it in casual conversations.
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Understanding

Recognize cytomegalovirus as a common issue among immunocompromised individuals.

Understanding its impact is crucial for patient care.
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Context

Cytomegalovirus is primarily discussed within medical settings.

Medical professionals use the term when referring to its implications for health.
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Formality

Use 'cytomegalovirus' in formal healthcare communications.

Avoid using it in casual conversations.
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Understanding

Recognize cytomegalovirus as a common issue among immunocompromised individuals.

Understanding its impact is crucial for patient care.
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