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Immunodeficiency

The immune system is the body's main system to fight infections. Any defect in the immune system decreases a person's ability to fight infections. A person with an immunodeficiency disorder may get more frequent infections, heal more slowly, and have a higher incidence of some cancers.

The normal immune system involves a complex interaction of certain types of cells that can recognize and attack "foreign" invaders, such as bacteria , viruses , and fungi . It also plays a role in fighting cancer. The immune system has both innate and adaptive components. Innate immunity is made up of immune protections present at birth. Adaptive immunity develops the immune system ...

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