A Case Report of Good’s Syndrome Diagnosed After Thymomectomy

Good's syndrome is a rare immunodeficiency disorder associated with thymoma, characterized primarily by hypogammaglobulinemia and B-cell deficiency. Patients with Good's syndrome exhibit compromised immunity, rendering them highly susceptible to recurrent infections. This report describes the case of a patient who developed multiple episodes of pneumonia and persistent diarrhea following thymomectomy for thymoma, ultimately leading to the diagnosis of Good's syndrome. The clinical course highlights the importance of considering this diagnosis in patients with thymoma who present with recurrent infections.

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Cureus
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2025-06-08
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https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.85545
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Myasthenia Gravis and Thymoma
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A Case Report of Good’s Syndrome Diagnosed After Thymomectomy

Chee Yik Chang, Muna M. Ahmad
Cureus
Myasthenia Gravis and Thymoma
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A Case Report of Good’s Syndrome Diagnosed After Thymomectomy

Chee Yik Chang, Muna M. Ahmad
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Abstract

Good's syndrome is a rare immunodeficiency disorder associated with thymoma, characterized primarily by hypogammaglobulinemia and B-cell deficiency. Patients with Good's syndrome exhibit compromised immunity, rendering them highly susceptible to recurrent infections. This report describes the case of a patient who developed multiple episodes of pneumonia and persistent diarrhea following thymomectomy for thymoma, ultimately leading to the diagnosis of Good's syndrome. The clinical course highlights the importance of considering this diagnosis in patients with thymoma who present with recurrent infections.

CureusVol. 17(6)
Sultanah Aminah Hospital (MY)
Openalex Percentile: Top 79%
Myasthenia Gravis and Thymoma
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