Living with Immunodeficiency 61
A rare immune condition starting in early childhood in which B cells don't make antibodies well, causing repeated infections.
Understanding Immunodeficiency 61
It often starts in early childhood and causes repeated infections. B and T cell numbers in the blood are normal, but the B cells don't work as they should.
Signs & symptoms
Symptoms vary from person to person. GARD lists these among the most common:
- Repeated bacterial infections
- Repeated middle ear infections
- Repeated respiratory infections
- Repeated sinus infections
- Attention problems (ADHD)
- Obesity
Not everyone has every symptom. GARD's list comes from the Human Phenotype Ontology.
Diagnosis
- 1Talk with your doctor
Share the symptoms you've noticed, when they started and your family health history. Notes and photos can help.
- 2See a specialist
Your doctor may refer you to a specialist who knows rare conditions.
- 3Ask which tests can help
Your care team will decide which exams and tests can confirm the diagnosis.
- 4Connect with expert centers
Immune Deficiency Foundation may keep lists of experts for this condition.
Care & treatment
- Care team
- A doctor familiar with rare conditions, plus specialists as needed
- Expert care
- Expert lists: Immune Deficiency Foundation
- Treatment
- GARD doesn't list specific treatments for this condition. Your care team will tailor care to your symptoms.
- Research
- Clinical trials and observational studies may be options. See the research section below.
General information, not medical advice. Your care team makes the decisions.
Everyday life
Living with a rare condition is easier with support.
- Connect with Immune Deficiency Foundation
- Keep notes on symptoms, changes and questions for appointments
- Ask about patient registries that help research
- Look into financial aid and travel resources for care visits
Quick facts
GARD lists X-linked inheritance, meaning the gene involved is on the X chromosome. It doesn't name a gene.
Also known as: agmx2; imd61; immunodeficiency 61, x-linked recessive
Patient organizations
- Immune Deficiency FoundationImmunodeficiency 61 · United States
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