A rare primary immunodeficiency characterized by a delay in the maturation of immunoglobulin production leading to prolongation of the physiologic hypogammaglobulinemia of the newborn period beyond six months of age. Patients present recurrent respiratory infections otitis media bronchitis gastroenteritis or allergic symptoms in the first two to four years of life before the condition resolves spontaneously. Some children may remain asymptomatic and severe or life-threatening infections are rare. The capacity to synthesize specific antibodies in response to vaccines is usually normal.
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Transient hypogammaglobulinemia of infancy?
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Advocacy Organizations
Immune Deficiency Foundation
To improve the diagnosis, treatment and quality of life of people affected by primary immunodeficiency.
Immunocompromised Association
Immunocompromised Association promotes awareness, education, and support for immunocompromised individuals to reduce their inherent health risks in the community.
The AIP BIPOC Network
Our mission is to improve the quality of life of the BIPOC Autoimmune Community through Awareness, Advocacy, Action, Assessment and Access.
Ukrainian Association of Pediatric Immunology
Development of pediatric and clinical immunology in Ukraine. Raising awareness of inborn errors of immunity in Ukraine and rare immune diseases; Advocacy campaigns supporting patients with rare immune diseases and their treatment plans; Scientific research; Sharing knowledge about immunoprophylaxis; Advocacy campaigns supporting immunoprophylaxis.
accessia health
Accessia Health, a national charitable patient assistance organization, is dedicated to eliminating healthcare barriers for people with rare or chronic health conditions. Comprehensive services include personalized case management, financial assistance, education, and legal aid support. Our flexible funding model goes beyond copays, allowing individuals to pay for other essential medical expenses
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Clinical Trials
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