Wiskott–Aldrich syndrome

Wiskott–Aldrich Syndrome: An Overview Wiskott–Aldrich syndrome (WAS) is a rare genetic disorder that primarily affects males and is characterized by a combination of symptoms including eczema, thrombocytopenia (low platelet count), immune deficiency, and bloody diarrhea. This X-linked recessive condition was first described in 1954 by Dr. Robert Anderson Aldrich, who noted the unique triad of … Read more