What are recurrent infections?
Recurrent infections is an increased susceptibility to infections. These can be complex and severe persistent infections that could indicate an issue with the immune system.
It is important to remember that most children with recurrent infections do have normal immunity.
Understanding immune-related symptoms and features.
Symptoms may affect multiple parts of the body. Understanding which part of the body a symptom affects can help us to better understand the potential underlying causes of a symptom, including a rare disease or genetic syndrome.
The immune system is made up of a very complex network of cells and proteins that defend and protect the body against infection. Essentially the immune system is able to remember each and every germ it has defeated before, so should that same germ attack again the body is ready to respond quickly.
Symptoms that affect the immune system may impact its ability to fight infections and trigger other medical and health conditions as a result. This can lead to a compromised immune system, recurrent infections, and an impact on other parts, systems, and functions of the body.
What should I do next?
In some instances, recurrent infections may be one of the features of a rare disease or genetic syndrome. To find out if someone with Recurrent Infections, may be due to a genetic syndrome, it is important to have a consultation and evaluation with a clinical genetic specialist. Specialists may also suggest specific genetic testing or other types of tests to help reach a diagnosis. FDNA’s AI technology can help speed up the diagnostic process by analyzing facial features and other health information.