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X-linked Severe Combined Immunodeficiency

X-linked Severe Combined Immunodeficiency

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X-Linked Severe Combined Immunodeficiency: Understanding the Rare Genetic Disorder Introduction X-linked Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (X-SCID) is a rare, life-threatening genetic disorder that affects the immune system. It is characterized by a severely weakened immune response, leaving affected individuals highly susceptible to recurrent and severe infections. Symptoms The symptoms of X-SCID typically manifest within the first…