Leukopenia Treatment

Leukopenia is the decreased count in the number of white blood cells.  The threshold count for adults & children vary. Usually it is caused by:

• Viral infections
• Cancer
• Auto-immune disorder
• Severe infections
• Sarcoidosis
• Medications
• Disorders of bone marrow

Symptoms

The symptoms of Leukopenia are:

• Fever 
• Chills
• Sweating 
• Sore gums
• Infection in bladder, GI tract etc.

Diagnosis

Leukopenia can be diagnosed by conducting a Complete Blood Count test of the patient.

Treatment

Leukopenia can be treated in the following ways:

• Removal of agents or medications causing the decrease in number
• Addition of Vitamins to treat any underlying diseases
• Growth factors such as granulocyte colony-stimulating factor can help in treating leukopenia if it is due to chemotherapy or genetic factors

Risks

The risks involved in the treatment for Leukopenia are:

• Infections
• Anemia
• Bleeding

After Procedure

After getting treated for Leukopenia, it is essential to keep in mind the following:

• Healthy diet with ample vitamins & nutrients
• Brush gently to avoid irritating the gums
• Proper sanitation & hygiene
• Dry or chapped skin should be taken care of