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Is the immune system supressed during a staph infection?
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No: A staphylococcal infection does not cause immunosuppression.
Answered 11/27/2017
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Unlikely: In general bacterial infections don't "suppress" the immune system; instead, the bodies immune system is increased to fight such infection. However, if a person is immune suppressed or has an immune deficiency, then bacterial infections such as staph are more likely. An example is chronic granulomatous disease. Persons with eczema are more prone to skin infections with staph as well.
Answered 1/3/2013
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