Immunosuppression post-transplantation

Immunosuppression after transplantation refers to the use of medications to weaken the immune system. After receiving an organ transplant, the body might see the new organ as a foreign object and try to reject it. To prevent this, doctors prescribe immunosuppressants, which help the body accept the organ. While this treatment is necessary for survival, it also makes patients more vulnerable to infections and certain diseases because their immune defenses are lower. The goal is to balance protecting the transplanted organ while managing the risks associated with a weakened immune system.