The hallmark of CVID is recurrent or severe infections.
Learn more about the frequent and less common symptoms of CVID, and complications associated with the condition.
The primary symptom of this disease is recurrent viral or bacterial infections.
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Symptoms will differ depending on what pop in of infection a person is currently facing.
The key difference is the frequent recurrence of infections associated with CVID.
Over time, you may also notice that these symptoms of infection get worse and cause other complications.
These include disorders that may be diagnosed along with CVID or that lead to a diagnosis of CVID.
At this time, it is unclear if autoimmunity is a precursor to or a symptom of CVID.
In the majority of cases, the liver continues to function but the person may developportal hypertension.
This is an increased blood pressure in the veins connecting the digestive system and the liver.
Complications
Complications are common with CVID.
It is essential that they are managed promptly and properly, because they can make the condition more dangerous.
A physician will order blood tests to determine your immune system function.
These can include vitamin deficiencies, low platelet or white blood cell counts, and immunoglobulin deficiencies.
It is not normal to be sick all the time.
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