I Have Been Sick Last Year And Earlier This Year.

Posted on Tue, 12 May 2020

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Question : I have been sick last year and earlier this year. And found out that ebb might be the culprit. My question is does this mean I have a compromised immune system.

Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, You may have compromised immune sysyem.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question on Ask a doctor Forum.
I can understand your concern.
Yes, you might be having compromised immune system.
EBV infection is common in immunocompromised patients.
May I see your reports if done previously?
I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng

Follow up: Dr. Drkaushal85 (3 hours later)

I uploaded the report. I guess I am concern because of covid19. I also am not getting enough information on how to treat this from my doctor and basically getting info from the internet.

Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (13 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Your IgG are elevated which is showing old infection.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your follow up question on Ask a doctor forum.
I have seen your report.
Your both IgG s are elevated which is not showing acute infection. This shows previous infection with good immunity.
So no need to worry for this high IgGs levels.
They are actually protective against new infection.
I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. And sorry for late reply as I was busy.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj