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It was diagnosed by a specialist that the immune system of the body of a patient has been suppressed. Name the disease the patient is suffering from and its causative agent.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question states that a patient's immune system has been suppressed. We need to identify the disease associated with this condition and its causative agent. 2. **Identifying the Type of Disorder**: The suppression of the immune system indicates that the patient may be suffering from an immunodeficiency disorder. Immunodeficiency disorders are conditions where the immune system's ability to fight infections is compromised. 3. **Listing Possible Diseases**: There are several immunodeficiency disorders, such as: - Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) ...
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