Question
What should be done if a newborn is found to have a persistent crying fit and is confirmed to be infected with cytomegalovirus?
Answer
Once a newborn is diagnosed with cytomegalovirus infection, immediate antiviral treatment should be initiated to prevent the condition from worsening and causing diseases related to the blood system or immune system, such as thrombocytopenic purpura. This condition primarily manifests as subcutaneous mucosal hemorrhages, and if the situation deteriorates further, it may lead to internal or intracranial hemorrhages, posing a risk to life safety. Typically, after 1 to 2 weeks of antiviral treatment, the condition can be expected to recover.