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Does opportunistic infections occur when immune system is compromised?
Yes
Why might an individual with a compromised immune system may be unable to fight off and survive intections?
When the immune system is compromised, it loses some of its ability to function properly. It is almost like running on a sprained ankle that is not completely healed. The more damaged the immune system is, the less function it has.
What do pathogens do in an HIV-compromised immune system?
They grow and multiply with ease.
What happends to your immune system whilst your body is fighting off a new infection?
The immune system is compromised; which makes the person more susceptible to other infections.
What is it called when the immune response is weaken reduced absent or not functioning properly?
It would be a compromised immune system.
What occurs when the immune response is compromised?
I think it's when the virus targets only the immune system, and infects it
What might happen to a person born without a thymus gland?
Their immune system would be compromised.
What is a sentence with the words immune system?
After being sick for so long, he had a weakened immune system.
Why is it difficult for person with HIV to fight off infections?
The immune system of people infected with HIV is compromised and weakened.
What does the bacteria on our skin?
no, unless the immune system is compromised
How does the integumentary system work with the Immune system?
The integumentary system serves as the first line of defense of the immune system by protecting the body's internal structures from any harmful bacteria or other harmful microbes in the environment. This system is compromised when the skin is cut.
Why is HIV a fetal disease?
HIV destroys the immune system, so the body can not fight off other diseases. AIDS in itself does not cause death, but other complications from the immune system being compromised.
