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What's the impact on the immune system after a pancreas transplant?
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Toned down: 1st of all, the quality of life and overall health of most pancreatic transplant patients are dramatically better than their pre transplant state. That being said, unless you have a perfect match, immuno suppressants are needed for you to live with the transplanted organ. Your immunity will not be optimal but should be manageable if you take proper precautioins.
Answered 9/7/2014
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Medication related: Immunosuppressive regimens are part of the management, with the goal of using the minimum amount to avoid rejection.
Answered 9/7/2014
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