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Can there be other immune deficiency diseases besides aids?
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There are many: There are well over 100 hereditary / genetic deficiencies in components of the immune system. Illnesses from malnutrition to cushing's suppress immunity. Different cellular components may become depleted in a host of illness or as a result of medication.
Answered 1/26/2014
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