Leukocytopenia
What is it?
Leukocytopenia is a decrease in the number of white cell counts in the blood, usually below 4000 white blood cells per microliter of blood. The role of white blood cells is to fight infections. Leukocytes include several types of cells such as neutrophils, lymphocytes, monocytes, eosinophils and basophils; each type has a different function in protecting the body from infections. Leukopenia may be caused due to bone marrow and blood conditions such as aplastic anemia and multiple myeloma, treatment for cancer, congenital disorders such as Kotmass syndrome, infectious diseases such as HIV or hepatitis, autoimmune disorders, malnutrition, medications and sarcoidosis.
Signs & symptoms
Symptoms of leukopenia may include any infection’s dymptoms such as fever, sore throat, cough, painful urination and more.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis is based upon findings from medical history and physical examination. Further evaluation may include blood tests, and bone marrow biopsy.
Treatment
Treatment depends on the underlying cause and the specific component missing. Treatment may include stopping medications or chemotherapy, antibiotics, antifungals, and growth factors.
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