How do you prevent chronic granulomatous disease?
Since CGD is a hereditary disorder, it cannot currently be prevented. Patients and their families may benefit from genetic counseling. Preventive (prophylactic) antibiotics may help keep some infections from occurring, and good hygiene, especially rigorous skin and mouth care, can help prevent infections in these areas. Avoiding crowds or other people who have infections are also effective preventive measures. Source: The Gale Group. Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, 3rd ed.
