Persistent parvovirus infection

Overview

Persistent parvovirus infection: Symptoms resulting from a persistent parvovirus infection in immunocompromised patients or those who have undergone organ transplant and take anti-rejection drugs. Their immune systems are unable to respond to the virus. The B19 parvovirus mainly attacks immature red blood cells so a persisting infection may lead to severe, chronic anemia.

Symptoms

* Recurring agranulocytosis * Chronic anemia

Causes

Chronic anemia

Diagnosis

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