Hyperimmunoglobulin E syndrome
Alternate Names : Job syndrome, Hyper IgE syndrome
Symptoms & Signs
- Persistent skin abscesses and infection
- Recurrent sinus infections
- Eczema
- Bone and tooth defects, including fractures and late shedding of baby teeth
Diagnosis & Tests
An eye exam may reveal signs of dry eye syndrome. A physical exam may show signs of osteomyelitis, curving of the spine (kyphoscoliosis), and recurrent sinus infections.
A chest x-ray may reveal lung abscesses. Tests used to confirm a diagnosis include: Other tests that may be done:
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