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Primary immunodeficiency disorders may be caused by mutations, sometimes in a specific gene. If the mutated gene is on the X (sex) chromosome, the resulting disorder is called an X-linked disorder X-Linked Inheritance Genes are segments of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) that contain the code for a specific protein that functions in one or more types of cells in the body or code for functional RNA molecules.... read more . X-linked disorders occur more often in boys. About 60% of people with primary immunodeficiency disorders are male.

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People with an immunodeficiency disorder tend to have one infection after another. Usually, respiratory infections (such as sinus and lung infections) develop first and recur often. Most people eventually develop severe bacterial infections that persist, recur, or lead to complications. For example, sore throats and head colds may progress to pneumonia Pneumonia in People With a Weakened Immune System . However, having many colds does not necessarily suggest an immunodeficiency disorder. For example, a more likely cause of frequent infections in children is repeated exposure to infection at day care or school.

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Blood tests

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Blood tests

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Blood tests

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Blood tests

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Genetic testing, usually blood tests, may also be done in people whose families are known to carry a gene for a hereditary immunodeficiency disorder. These people may wish to be tested to learn whether they carry the gene for the disorder and what their chances of having an affected child are. Talking with a genetic counselor before testing is helpful.

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Some of the disorders that can cause secondary immunodeficiency can be prevented and/or treated, thus helping prevent immunodeficiency from developing. The following are examples:

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General measures and certain vaccines to prevent infections

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General measures and certain vaccines to prevent infections

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General measures and certain vaccines to prevent infections

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General measures and certain vaccines to prevent infections

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The following English-language resource may be useful. Please note that THE MANUAL is not responsible for the content of this resource.

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