Agranulocytosis

Synonyms in a broader sense Granulocytopenia What is agranulocytosis? With the so-called agranulocytosis, there is an almost complete lack of granulocytes. The granulocytes belong to the white blood cells (leukocytes) and are responsible for defence against infection. With a beginning infection or damage to the bone marrow, the number of granulocytes can be reduced. This … Agranulocytosis – what are the causes?

Symptoms of agranulocytosis As a rule, agranulocytosis leads to a reduction in general well-being with a severe feeling of illness (fatigue, headaches, malaise, muscle pain). Chills, fever, nausea and palpitations (tachycardia) can also occur. Since the immune defence is weakened by the drastic drop in granulocytes, pathogens such as parasites, bacteria or fungi can no … Symptoms of agranulocytosis | Agranulocytosis – what are the causes?