Posts Tagged ‘neutropenia’
Going through Chemotherapy?? Protect Yourself During Low-Blood-Count Days
If you’re going through cancer treatment, you probably know what “leukopenia” is: low white-blood-cell count (WBC). “Neutropenia” is similar, referring to a particular type of white-blood cells, the neutrophils. You probably also know that a low WBC means increased risk of infection and hospital stays. But do you know how to protect yourself?
White blood cells are the workhorses of your immune system, responsible for protecting the body against foreign materials (viruses and bacteria) and infections. (more…)
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