_____ are diseases that invade a weakened or defenseless body.

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Opportunistic infections are diseases that take advantage of a weakened or defenseless body. They are caused by infectious agents, such as bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasites, and often affect people with weakened immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS, cancer, or on immunosuppressive medication. AIDS infections, while related to opportunistic infections, specifically refer to infections associated with HIV/AIDS. Adaptive viruses and infectious agents are not a specific category of disease, but rather describe the properties of a virus or microorganism.

_____ Are Diseases That Invade a Weakened or Defenseless Body