The table below lists the short- and long-term side effects of this treatment. 
ft = rare side effects 
Agent 
Infusion of T cells 
Marker gene 
(vector) 
Prednisone 
Possible side effects 
Graft versus host disease 
Allergic reaction 
Skin rash 
Trouble breathing 
No known side effects (Possibly could cause some antibiotics 
such as neomycin and amikacin not to work or could regrow 
or could make cells cancerous) 
Increase in appetite 
Weight gain 
Higher risk of infection 
High blood sugar (temporary diabetes) 
Acne 
Stomach ulcers with bleeding 
Changes in mood or behavior 
Decreased growth (shorter than expected) if given over long 
periods 
Bloating (retaining fluids) 
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