Cause 5: Compromised Immunity
The human body is equipped with a complex immune system designed to fend off various pathogens. However, when this system is weakened or compromised, the individual becomes susceptible to numerous infections, including measles.
Several factors can weaken one’s immunity. Chronic diseases like HIV/AIDS, treatments like chemotherapy, malnutrition, and prolonged use of certain medications can render the immune system less effective. People with these conditions are at a higher risk of contracting measles, even if they were previously vaccinated.
For those with compromised immunity, the danger isn’t just in contracting the disease. The severity of measles can be magnified in such individuals. The typical symptoms can be more intense, and the risk of complications, some of which can be life-threatening, increases significantly. (5)
