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Medical Conditions - Neutropenia

Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell that helps to fight against harmful bacteria attacking the body. They are produced in the bone marrow. Neutropenia is a condition presenting with a low level of neutrophils in the blood. Neutropenia can occur due to chemotherapy, bone marrow disorders, vitamin B12 deficiency, and autoimmune diseases like Crohn's disease and rheumatoid arthritis. Neutropenia can be treated by taking antibiotics for infection and taking drugs for making bone marrow produce more neutrophils. In some cases, a bone marrow transplant is done.

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What causes high B12 level in a person with MTHFR mutation?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is essential to know the primary reason for vitamin B12 testing.

How can the exact cause of a low WBC level be identified?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. According to the history provided, your main concern is regarding fear of multiple myeloma.

How does norovirus affect the immune system during chemotherapy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Norovirus is a significant cause of viral diarrhea in cancer patients.

What could be the reason for a low WBC count?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Viral infection, autoimmune disorder, HIV (human immunodeficiency virus), drug-induced, etc, are some of the common causes.

Can cancer cause high lymphocyte, and low neutrophil count?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern.

Does lymphocyte count affect third molar extractions?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Your lymphocyte count is slightly high, possibly due to a temporary viral infection.

Am I suffering from leukemia?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I would also like to know the total leukocyte count, platelets, and RBC (red blood cell) count.

My child has neutropenia after taking Paracetamol. Why?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The low count may be because of the disease process and less likely because of the Paracetamol or Ibuprofen.

Are frequent ulcers, dizziness, and fatigue signs of HIV?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is not a human immune deficiency virus (HIV), no cancer, as all tests were negative (attachments removed to protect th patient's identity).

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