immunosuppression
/ˌɪmjənoʊsəˈprɛʃən/
noun
- The act or process of reducing the body's natural defense system (immune system), often done intentionally with drugs to prevent the rejection of a transplanted organ or to treat certain diseases.
- Doctors carefully monitor patients during immunosuppression to balance benefits and side effects.
- Immunosuppression is necessary after an organ transplant to keep the body from attacking the new organ.
- The drug causes temporary immunosuppression, which can increase the risk of catching a cold.