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immunosuppression  

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  • Immunosuppression is a natural act or medical treatment that reduces the activation or efficacy of the natural immune system in humans and animals. Generally, immunosuppression is a result of viral activity (such as human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]) or other natural causes. [Source: Encyclopedia of Global Health; Immunosuppression]

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