Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome Flashcards
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Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome causes
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primary immunodeficiency due to a combined B- and T-cell dysfunction.
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inheritance of Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome
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inherited in a X-linked recessive fashion
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features of Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome
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recurrent infections and easy bruising.
severe eczema on his trunk and arms
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blood investigation of Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome
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low platelets
