The incidence is approximately 1 out of 100,000 people. Frequent infection may begin early or later in life. The disorder is confirmed by laboratory measurement of serum immunoglobulins. The goal of treatment is to reduce the number and severity of infections. High doses of high titer gammaglobulin are needed for severe infections.
Antibiotics are available for the treatment of bacterial infections.
Without treatment, most severe infections are fatal. Complications autoimmune disorders eczema malabsorption syndromes malignant disease chronic pulmonary disease Calling Your Health Care Provider Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you or your child has experienced frequent infections. Prevention Genetic counseling may be offered to prospective parents with a family history of agammaglobulinemia or other immunodeficiency disorders . The information provided herein should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions.