This document discusses common variable immunodeficiency (CVID) and selective IgE deficiency. CVID is characterized by low levels of most or all immunoglobulin classes, lack of B cells and plasma cells that produce antibodies, and frequent bacterial infections. It is caused by loss of B cell function, T and B cell dysregulation, and defective antibody production. Selective IgE deficiency is defined as a significant reduction in serum IgE levels less than or equal to 2 kIU/L while other immunoglobulin levels are normal or diminished. Patients with selective IgE deficiency have an increased risk of other immunoglobulin deficiencies, autoimmune disease, and nonallergic reactive airway disease.