What You Need to Know About Neutropenia

If you have cancer and are being treated with chemotherapy or radiation therapy, having a healthy white cell count is essential for not only your healthy, but also to continue treatment. Neutropenia, a condition that occurs when levels of a specialized type of white blood cell decrease in the body. These  white blood cells help fight off infection in the body. When levels are low, the body has a tougher time successfully fending off foreign invaders, like bacteria. Your risk of infection is much higher when WBCs drop....Read Full Post
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