Frequent, unusually severe, or hard-to-clear infections can sometimes point to an underlying issue with the immune system. We evaluate your history and immune function to help understand what's going on and work with you on next steps.
Infections that come back often, more than would typically be expected.
Illnesses that take unusually long to clear, or that need repeated rounds of treatment.
A family history of immune-related conditions can also be a reason to look further.
A thorough review of your infection history and any relevant family history.
Blood testing to look at how different parts of your immune system are functioning.
We work with your other providers and specialists when your care calls for it.
We review your infection and family history in detail.
Immune function and lab testing as appropriate.
We walk through what we found and discuss next steps together.
We follow up and coordinate with other specialists as needed.
There's no single number that applies to everyone — it depends on the type of infection, your age, and your overall pattern. If infections feel more frequent or severe than seems typical for you, it's worth an evaluation.
Not necessarily. Immune deficiency can be an underlying condition itself, separate from immune suppression caused by other treatments or illnesses — evaluation helps sort out which applies to you.
Typically a detailed history along with blood tests that look at different parts of your immune system. We'll explain what we're checking and why.
We evaluate and build a plan with you, and coordinate with other specialists when your specific situation calls for it.
Book a visit and we'll work with you to understand what's going on.