Question
My baby’s urine tested positive for cytomegalovirus. The baby was in the hospital for jaundice at two and a half years old, with results of 10.5, 10.0, 6.1, and 5.3. After stopping breastfeeding for a week, the results changed to 5.8, 5.5, 4.9, and 3.0, during which the baby took umbilical cord extract and anti-inflammatory medication. My own breast milk tested positive for cytomegalovirus, and the doctor suggested I take oral transfer factor for a month while continuing to breastfeed. One month later, the baby’s urine test result was 3.55E+04. The doctor recommended that the baby take oral transfer factor for a month while continuing to breastfeed and have a retest in two weeks. Previous treatment and effects included umbilical cord extract, anti-inflammatory medication, and transfer factor. I would like to know the role of transfer factor in treatment, whether I can continue breastfeeding, if the baby can be vaccinated, and if there are other treatment options besides these methods?
Answer
The baby has newborn jaundice, which appears to be going well. The urine test results are normal. Many people do not need treatment even if they test positive for cytomegalovirus unless there are special circumstances. I believe you do not need medication and can continue breastfeeding. These are suggestions for the question of “Baby’s urine containing cytomegalovirus,” hoping it will be helpful to you. Wishing you health!