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Lactation Consultant Exam Prep

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Cytomegalovirus:

Is transmitted sexually in the same manner as hepatitis.
Has a high risk of infection among pregnant women.
Is not transmitted to the developing fetus in utero.
Can be serious in its congenital form.

Explanation

Answer: D - Cytomegalovirus can be serious in the congenital form. It can lead to serious fetal abnormalities such as neurological damage, an enlarged liver, and an enlarged spleen. This virus is passed from person to person, especially in places like daycare centers and households with young children. It is not transmitted through sexual contact. Pregnant women are at no greater risk than others for this infection.

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