A Case Report on Unusual Manifestations of Acquired Cytomegalovirus Infection in Preterm Baby

Abstract

Cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection in early infancy arises more commonly as congenital infection or less commonly is acquired postnatally, although exact differentiation between both categories could be difficult. We hereby describe the case of severe CMV infection in a 2-month-old infant who was born prematurely of a twin pregnancy at 29.4 weeks. The baby presented with an array of skin manifestations comprising target lesions, papulovesicles, ulcers, and crusting along with systemic involvement (bronchopneumonia). We report this case to highlight the various unusual cutaneous manifestations of CMV infection in infancy and to raise the awareness among clinicians for the early diagnosis and prompt treatment.

Keywords

• cytomegalovirus
• erythema multiforme
• ganciclovir