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Nezelof Syndrome
Medical Questions » Nezelof Syndrome
| Name: Nezelof Syndrome |
| Also known as: Thymic Dysplasia |
| Abnormal development of the thymus gland which sits behind the upper end of the breast bone and is responsible for the body' s immune system. |
Causes of Nezelof Syndrome
Congenital. |
Symptoms of Nezelof Syndrome
Infant patients have persistent diarrhoea, severe infections, failure to gain weight, fevers, rashes, and fungal infections (thrush) in the mouth. |
Tests for Nezelof Syndrome
Abnormal blood tests and bone marrow biopsy. |
Treatment for Nezelof Syndrome
Bone marrow transplant. Infections are vigorously treated with antibiotics.
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Complications of Nezelof Syndrome of its treatment
Severe infections may be fatal. |
Likely Outcome of Nezelof Syndrome
Can be cured with successful bone marrow transplant, but fatal otherwise. |
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