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Is immune dysfunction same as immunocompromised? i have (cfids) chronic fatigue immune dysfunction syndrome. should i avoid oceans/pools, etc. due to risk of flesh eating bacteria? am i at higher risk?
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CHRONIC FATIGUE : syndrome has been explained by calling the disorder "immune dysfunction" "Immunocomprimised" refers to an actual weakness in the immune system which can lead to infections of various kinds. Hope this is helpful Dr Z
Answered 7/27/2019
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