Immuno Compromisation: Negative Effects & Living in a Bubble

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What are the negative effects that could happen to an immuno-compromised person? Could a temporarily immuno-compromised person live in a bubble/sterile room whatever and probably definitely be fine?
 
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bioquest said:
What are the negative effects that could happen to an immuno-compromised person? Could a temporarily immuno-compromised person live in a bubble/sterile room whatever and probably definitely be fine?

Without immunity, any bacterium that's harmless to a healthy person could potentially kill the immuno-compromised individual.

If temporarily compromised, staying in a bubble could provide protection, but is not guaranteed. I believe most people who had leukemia or myeloma and had undergone treatments that compromised their immunities are required to stay in a sterile room until further notice.