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People with no spleens cannot fight infection well. is this accurate?
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Kinda sorta but ...: While spleen is useful in fighting infection, it's not only defense against infection. While those w/o spleen (for whatever reason) are at increase risk for certain infections, this can be mitigated by vaccinations. Kids are often given daily antibiotics to prevent infection but this is debated in adults. Check out http://goo.gl/ryt5SF. Bottom line, keep in touch w/your Family Doc & ID specialist
Answered 3/13/2020
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This is true. : The spleen is actually an important part of the immune system. Infections with certain bacteria are more difficult treat in the absence of a spleen.
Answered 1/5/2019
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