Glossary


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A person with a compromised immune system may have difficulty fighting off infections such as an HPV infection. Diseases such as lupus and HIV/AIDS can compromise the immune system. This website lists many immune diseases and support groups: http://www.dmoz.org/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Immune_Disorders/Auto-Immune/

This website discusses HIV/AIDS and the immune system: http://www.cdc.gov/hiv/topics/basic/