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What Causes Low WBC And Platelet Counts While Having Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma?

My oncologist (small cell lymphocydic lymphoma) said my white blood count and platelet levels were lower than previously. I have been in remission for 8 years. He gave me an infusion of imuno-globulin; no effect. MRI and CT scans are clear. My GP said that I had more protein in my urine than normal,
Wed, 27 Feb 2019
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Hello,

In lymphocytic lymphoma there is chemotherapy or radiotherapy may lead to white blood cells fall out. Other causes are like a viral infection or bone marrow infiltration of malignant cells or b12 deficiency etc.

Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it is. May need bone marrow aspiration and cytology. Filgrastim may useful in low WBC. Please consult your treating doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Penchila Prasad Kandikattu , Internal Medicine Specialist
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What Causes Low WBC And Platelet Counts While Having Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma?

Hello, In lymphocytic lymphoma there is chemotherapy or radiotherapy may lead to white blood cells fall out. Other causes are like a viral infection or bone marrow infiltration of malignant cells or b12 deficiency etc. Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it is. May need bone marrow aspiration and cytology. Filgrastim may useful in low WBC. Please consult your treating doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Penchila Prasad Kandikattu , Internal Medicine Specialist