# immunodeficiency --- **immunodeficiency** ## Primary Immunodeficiency Disorders (PIDD) Immunodeficiency defined Congenital Diagnosis: Infancy (adolescence) Male-to-Female ratio of 5 to 1 Many different PIDDs - [[AIDS]] - ## Signs & Symptoms Infections Unusual/opportunistic organisms Failure to thrive, poor growth Positive family history ## Treatment Protect from infection No live vaccines Promote balanced diet/nutrition Strict asepsis Psychosocial care Education re: infection prevention ___