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What is side effect for some one who was removed spleen?
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Infections: More prone to get ill from bacteria with capsules (pneumococcal , meningococcal etc) and especially malaria. Be sure to get immunized with the appropriate vaccines at regular intervals and avoid areas with malaria present.
Answered 4/24/2015
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