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Immune Deficiency Foundation Seeks to Connect With Those Diagnosed With WHIM Syndrome


 

The Immune Deficiency Foundation would like to hear from individuals or families with a definite diagnosis of WHIM syndrome. WHIM is an acronym for some of the characteristic symptoms of the disorder – Warts, Hypogammaglobulinemia, Infections, and Myelokathexis. The foundation is seeking guidance for the development of programs and resources for those affected by this syndrome. Anyone with the diagnosis may contact IDF at info@primaryimmune.org.

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