Symptoms and severity of the infection varies depending on the individual's immunity (strength to fight the infection). Adults show mild symptoms. The infection to infants from pregnant mother or through breast milk is more severe.

• Fever
• Night sweats
• Tiredness and uneasiness
• Sore throat
• Joint and muscle pain
• Low appetite and weight loss
• Large mouth ulcers

In Babies:

• Low birth weight
• Jaundice
• Pneumonia
• Poor functioning of liver
• Prolonged Fever
• Inflammation of the brain
• Seizures

Common tests & procedures

Blood test: Presence of antibodies in the blood indicates recent or past exposure to the virus.

Viral detection test: Blood, fluid, or tissue sample is used to detect the virus by culturing, or by detecting the viral DNA through molecular methods like polymerase chain reaction (PCR).

Amniocentesis: If the infection is suspected in pregnant women, amniotic sample may be tested for the presence of the virus.