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Why are infants prone to infections?

Univ. of Nev. School of Medicine, Family Medicine
Univ. of Nev. School of Medicine, Family Medicine
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Babys immune systems are not fully developed. For this reason exposure to bacteria and viruses often leads to infection. These infections tend to be more serious in the first two months of life, which is when the infant is least able to respond.

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