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Chronic sinusitis, uti's: antibiotics not effective, deviated sep surgery: yes. igg levels low, but post pneu vacc antibodies 9 of 15. fatigue. help! ?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

See allergist/immuno: The low IgG and the abnormal post-pneumococcal response (normal is >11/15) points to an impaired immune system. Antibiotic does not work well without an adequate immune system. Recommend you consult an allergist/immunologist ASAP since gammglobulin replacement will likely be needed.

Answered 5/2/2016

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