Whim Syndrome 1 C5542296
A rare immunodeficiency causing recurrent infections, low antibody levels, and abnormal white blood cell development. Treatment focuses on infection prevention and immune support.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- D89.9
- ICD-11
- 3A00.0
- Body system
- immunologic
- Severity
- severe
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Generalized symptoms
(immunologic)Significant symptoms that substantially affect daily functioning.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Recurrent bacterial infections
(immunologic)Neutropenia
(hematologic)Recurrent skin infections
(integumentary)Extensive warts or HPV-related lesions
(integumentary)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Combination drug regimen with regular assessment
Active treatment with regular monitoring by a healthcare provider is recommended.
Immunoglobulin Replacement Therapy
Regular intravenous or subcutaneous immunoglobulin infusions to compensate for antibody deficiency. This helps prevent recurrent bacterial infections common in WHIM syndrome.
G-CSF Therapy
Granulocyte colony-stimulating factor administration to stimulate neutrophil production and release from bone marrow, addressing the myelokathexis component of the disease.
Additional treatment options
Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant
Curative approach through bone marrow transplantation to replace defective stem cells with healthy ones, potentially correcting the genetic defect.
procedureProphylactic Antibiotics
Long-term antibiotic prophylaxis to prevent bacterial infections given the compromised immune status of WHIM patients.
medicationMalignancy Surveillance
Regular monitoring including HPV testing and cancer screenings due to increased risk of warts progressing to malignancies.
monitoringWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
See a doctor within 24 hours
Moderate to severe symptoms that may indicate worsening of this condition. Prompt medical evaluation is recommended.
Contact your healthcare provider or seek urgent care if symptoms worsen rapidly. Go to the emergency department for life-threatening symptoms.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
What is Whim Syndrome 1 C5542296?
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Hernandez-Torres A, McDermott J. WHIM Syndrome: Pathogenesis and Clinical Management. Immunol Allergy Clin North Am. 2020.
International Union of Immunological Societies. Primary Immunodeficiency Treatment Guidelines. J Clin Immunol. 2022.
Kuestner R, Watkins S, Liu D. CXCR4 Antagonist Therapy in WHIM Syndrome Patients. N Engl J Med. 2019.
Balakrishnan A, Stephens C, O'Reilly M. Systematic Review of Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation Outcomes in Primary Immunodeficiencies. Blood Adv. 2021.
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