Our body has a lot of ways of fighting off illness. All together, these are known as our ‘immune system’. This is how doctors refer to the teeny-tiny things inside us which protect our bodies from germs and other nasties.
Sometimes, something can go wrong with a person’s immune system. This might mean you can’t fight off illness quite as well. That’s why special doctors work at the hospital to help children with these problems.
Sometimes, doctors from other hospitals can help, too. Some children will stay at home to be treated, others will be in hospital. It’s all about getting the best care possible.
There’s a lot of help available, and everyone will work very hard to keep you well.
