Granulocytopenia
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Granulopenia is a decrease in granulocytes, a type of white blood cell that is part of the body's defenses against infections. As their number is reduced, the body may become more exposed to infectious diseases.
Common symptoms: By itself it may cause no discomfort and be detected on a blood test; in other cases it is associated with frequent infections, fever, or general malaise.
Common causes: It can be associated with certain infections, bone marrow disorders, or the body's reaction to various substances.
Which specialist treats it? The hematologist is the specialist in blood diseases and is the one who studies granulopenia in depth; the internist and the general practitioner can perform the initial evaluation. If a test shows low white blood cells, it is worth discussing it with the appropriate professional.
Data on 47 doctors who treat granulocytopenia
Which specialist treats granulocytopenia?
Granulopenia should be evaluated by a general practitioner, who can order initial blood tests; an internist can provide follow-up if a more detailed evaluation is needed. Find these specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in granulocytopenia
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Miguel López Vázquez
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
Frequently asked questions
What is granulocytopenia?
Granulopenia is a decrease in granulocytes, a type of white blood cell that is part of the body's defenses against infections. As their number is reduced, the body may become more exposed to infectious diseases.
Which doctor treats granulocytopenia?
Granulopenia should be evaluated by a general practitioner, who can order initial blood tests; an internist can provide follow-up if a more detailed evaluation is needed. Find these specialists.