All of the following is correct regarding normal microbiota becoming opportunists EXCEPT: Oa. Excessive use of bacterial growth enhancements like vitamins. Ob. In immune suppressed individuals. Oc. Excessive use of unnecessary antimicrobial drugs. d. Changing of normal microbiota to its normal environment in the body.
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