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 53 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. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Eleazar Hernández Ruíz
Dr. Beatriz Ortiz Figueroa
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Valeria Becerril Ledezma
Dr. Esmirna Arlette Pantoja Alcocer
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
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.