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How can immunosuppression can lead to opportunistic infections in the foot?
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Less ability to: Fight infection and heal in timely manner.
Answered 3/22/2020
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See below: When the immune system is not functioning properly it can not fight off infection and therefore bacteria can thrive in a wound.
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Less: Resistance to bacteria, fungus, and other pathogens.
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