TableĀ 3

Physical examination findings that could point to primary immune deficiencies (PIDs)17

General appearancePoor weight gain
Short stature
Dysmorphism (eg, DiGeorge facies)
Ear, nose and throatChronically discharging ears
Perforated tympanic membranes
MouthSevere gingivostomatitis
Ulcers
Recurrent or severe candidiasis
Poor dentition
Lymphoid tissueExcessive lymphadenopathy
Absence of lymph nodes or tonsils
Organomegaly
SkinSevere eczema
Neonatal erythroderma
Severe BCG reaction
Extensive warts or molluscum
Albinism
Telangiectasia
Incontinentia pigmenti
EyesRetinal lesions
Telangiectasia
RespiratoryClubbing
Signs respiratory infection
  • BCG, Bacillus Calmette-Guerin.