A physician sees a new patient who is 25 years old. The patient reports that she has been experiencing recurrent ear, nose, and throat infections since she was about 5 years old. The infections last for long periods of time and are difficult to treat. The physician suspects that the patient may have

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Recurrent infections lasting for long periods of time and being difficult to treat may indicate an underlying immunodeficiency disorder, which affects the body's ability to fight infections. Autoimmune disorders and allergic reactions may also cause recurrent infections, but the given information does not provide strong evidence to support these possibilities. Abnormal levels of allergens may contribute to allergic reactions, but they are unlikely to be the primary cause of recurrent infections.

A Physician Sees a New Patient Who Is 25 Years