Female Carriers of X-linked CGD

The CGD Association of America, in partnership with Remember the Girls, is excited to launch A Guide for Carriers of X-linked Chronic Granulomatous Disease, the first comprehensive guide in the United States to address the myriad of health issues that carriers may face - from infections and ailments to concerns related to fertility and family planning as well as emotional/mental health.  Download your copy here.

While it's true that X-linked CGD carriers are often consumed with care and concern for their sons with X-linked Chronic Granulomatous Disease (CGD), even after a successful transplant, this article asks: Who takes care of the carriers? Read more.

At the CGD Association of America, we are working to support our X-linked CGD carriers women and girls. The CGD Association of America has initiatives to support out moms, daughters, and grandmas. 

Email us at: info@CGDAA.org to get involved, get empowered, and find out more.

• X-linked carriers of chronic granulomatous disease: Illness, lyonization, and stability. Read more.
• Clinical manifestations of disease in X-linked carriers of chronic granulomatous disease. Read more.