Diseases
neutropenia
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Overview
Neutropenia occurs when you have too few neutrophils, a type of white blood cells. While all white blood cells help your body fight infections, neutrophils are important for fighting certain infections, especially those caused by bacteria. You probably won't know that you have neutropenia.
Symptoms
- fatigue.
- fever (febrile neutropenia).
- sore throat (pharyngitis).
- swollen lymph nodes.
- ulcers in your mouth or around your anus.
Causes
- genetic conditions
- infections
- cancers
Risk factors
- nutritional deficiencies
- medications: cancer treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy
Diagnosis
- blood test.
- signs and symptoms
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is neutropenia?
Neutropenia occurs when you have too few neutrophils, a type of white blood cells. While all white blood cells help your body fight infections, neutrophils are important for fighting certain infections, especially those caused by bacteria. You probably won't know that you have neutropenia.
What are the symptoms of neutropenia?
fatigue., fever (febrile neutropenia)., sore throat (pharyngitis)., swollen lymph nodes., ulcers in your mouth or around your anus.
What causes neutropenia?
genetic conditions; infections; cancers
Which medicines are used for neutropenia?
filgrastim, pegfilgrastim
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