Chédiak-Higashi syndrome

Introduction: Chédiak-Higashi syndrome

Chédiak-Higashi syndrome: An inherited immune system disorder characterized by reduced pigmentation, recurrent infection and neurological disorders. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Chédiak-Higashi syndrome is available below.

Symptoms of Chédiak-Higashi syndrome

• Sensitivity to light
• Shifting nystagmus upon exposure to light
• Weakness
• Fever
• Cerebellar tremor

See full list of 16 symptoms of Chédiak-Higashi syndrome

Less Common Symptoms of Chédiak-Higashi syndrome

• Reduced skin pigmentation
• Reduced hair pigmentation
• Reduced eye pigmentation
• Red skin nodules
• Tender skin nodules

See full list of 9 occasional symptoms of Chédiak-Higashi syndrome

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