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Case of recurrent infections

A four year old boy presents with fever, abdominal pain with abdominal guarding and difficulty breathing. He also complains of headaches and frequent skin abscesses which take a long time to heal.

Acknowledgement
This case study was kindly provided by Dr Monika Esser MMed Paed, Head of Division of Immunology, N.H.L.S Coastal Branch, Tygerberg Hospital.

Course Content

History
Differential Diagnosis
Examination
Investigations
Discussion
Treatment
Final Outcome
Evaluation – Questions & answers
References
Final Quiz
Case of recurrent infections Quiz