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What has the author Bruce Vernon written?
Bruce Vernon has written: 'IgA deficiency'
Selective deficiency of IgA?
DefinitionSelective deficiency of IgA is the most common immune deficiency disorder. Persons with this disorder have low or absent levels of a blood protein called immunoglobulin A.Alternative NamesIgA deficiencyCauses, incidence, and risk factorsIgA deficiency is usually inherited, which means it is passed down through families. However, cases of drug-induced IgA deficiency have been reported.It may be inherited as an autosomal dominant or autosomal recessivetrait. It is found in approximately 1 in 700 individuals of European origin. It is less common in people of other ethnicities.See also: Celiac disease - sprueSymptomsMost people with selective IgA deficiency have no symptoms.Symptoms include frequent episodes of:BronchitisChronic diarrheaConjunctivitis(eye infection)Mouth infectionOtitis media(middle ear infection)PneumoniaSinusitisSkin infectionsUpper respiratory tract infectionsOther symptoms include:Bronchiectasis(a disease in which the small air sacs in the lungs become damaged and enlarge)Unexplained asthmaSigns and testsThere may be a family history of IgA deficiency. Tests that may be done include:IgAIgGIgG subclass measurementsIgMQuantitative immunoglobulinsSerum immunoelectrophoresisTreatmentNo specific treatment is available. Some people gradually develop normal levels of IgA without treatment.Infections should be treated with antibiotics. In some cases, longer courses of antibiotics may be needed to prevent infections from coming back.Those with selective IgA deficiency who also have IgG subclass deficiencies can benefit from immunoglobulin (IVIG) treatments given through a vein.Autoimmune disease treatment is based on the specific problem.Note: People with complete IgA deficiency may develop anti-IgA antibodies if given blood products and IVIG. This may lead to allergies or life-threatening anaphylactic shock. These individuals can safely be given IgA-depleted IVIG.Expectations (prognosis)Selective IgA deficiency is less harmful than many other immunodeficiency diseases.Some people with IgA deficiency will recover on their own and begin to produce IgA in larger quantities over a period of years.ComplicationsAn autoimmune disorder such as rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus,or celiac sprue may develop.Patients with IgA deficiency may develop antibodies to IgA, and can have severe, even life-threatening reactions to transfusions of blood and blood products. If transfusions are necessary, washed cells may be cautiously given.Calling your health care providerConsider genetic counseling if you have a family history of selective IgA deficiency and you plan to have children.If you have an IgA deficiency, be sure to mention it to your health care provider if IVIG or other blood-component transfusions are suggested as a treatment for any condition.PreventionGenetic counseling may be of value to prospective parents with a family history of selective IgA deficiency.ReferencesAzar AE. Evaluation of the adult with suspected immunodeficiency. Am J Med. 2007;120(9):764-768.Ballow M. Primary immunodeficiency diseases. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier;2007:chap 271.Morimoto Y. Immunodeficiency overview. Prim Care.2008;35(1):159-157.
What does an elevated serum IgA indicate?
It idicates inflamation or infection.
What is the population of Iga vas?
The population of Iga vas is 212.
What does the medical abbreviation IgA mean?
IgA stands for immunoglobulin A.
Does IGA sell itune cards?
Iga does not sell i tunes cards but Big W Woolworths do but not iga so don't bother trying
When was Iga Wyrwał born?
Iga Wyrwał was born on 1989-02-20.
What is the area of Iga vas?
The area of Iga vas is 2,080,000.0 square meters.
When was Iga Cembrzyńska born?
Iga Cembrzyńska was born on 1939-07-02.
When was Iga Wyrwal born?
Iga Wyrwal was born on February 20, 1989.
What is the English word for the Samoan word iga?
iga means vaa or boat or ship
What is the duration of Ambush at Iga Pass?
The duration of Ambush at Iga Pass is 1.65 hours.
