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Infections
Hi deeno,
You know when the WBCs are very low we can't defend ourself from the bacteria, virus and fungi we all have on and inside our bodies. That's why it is so important to follow the WBCs and the type of WBCs called neutrophils.
If the neutrophils are lower than 1.5 we should take care, if they are lower than 1.0 we should be very careful and if they are lower than 0.5 we should ask for Neupogen injections or a similar drug.
Many members of this forum have neutrophils that function very well and can tolerate low neutrophils but others (like me) should not have less than 1.0.
Kind regards
Birgitta-A
73 yo, dx MDS Interm-1 2006, neutropenic fever after three infections 2007, needed Neupogen injections Sept 2007 to Nov 2011. Good response to Thalidomide + Prednisone.
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