1. Neutropenia Support Association Inc. Increasing the understanding of neutropenia by providing information and support for care givers, patients and their families. Increasing http://www.neutropenia.ca/

Increasing the understanding of neutropenia by providing information and support for care givers, patients and their families. Welcome The Neutropenia Support Assoc. Inc. is a volunteer driven registered charity, that was formed in 1989 to increase awareness and understanding of neutropenia. Neutropenia is a blood disorder you don't often hear about, but it can affect anyone. Some people are born with it. It can happen after a viral infection, or can be drug induced. Some offending agents include some antibiotics, antithyroid agents, tranquilizers, anti-inflammatory agents, antirheumatics, sedatives etc. Exposure to certain poisons can also cause Neutropenia. Neutropenia affects as many as one in three patients receiving chemotherapy for cancer. It is also associated with many other diseases like Lupus (SLE), Malaria, Hepatitis viruses, Barth Syndrome, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Sjogren's Syndrome, Shwachman-Diamond Syndrome, Aplastic Anemia and Myelodysplastic Syndromes, Parvovirus, Felty's Syndrome, to name just a few. Neutropenia can be a serious problem requiring prompt attention. Without proper medical care, patients may find it hard to lead normal lives. Severe cases can be life threatening.

2. Severe Chronic Neutropenia International Registry (SCNIR) - Seattle, Washington A disease registry which was established in Australia, Canada, the European Community and the United States in March, 1994. Information for patients and families and health care providers. http://depts.washington.edu/registry/

The Severe Chronic Neutropenia International Registry The Severe Chronic Neutropenia International Registry (SCNIR) was established in March 1994, in the United States, Australia, Canada, and the European Community. The SCNIR is directed by a scientific advisory board of physicians from around the world who care for SCN patients. Our mission is to establish a world-wide database of treatment and disease-related outcomes for persons diagnosed with SCN. Collection of this information will lead to improved medical care and is used for research to determine the causes of neutropenia. Privacy Statement under construction Table of Contents Patient Information Types of Severe Chronic Neutropenia Long Term Management of SCN Patient Handbook Link Patient Newsletter ... Joining the Registry Physician Information Forms SCNIR Physician Newsletters SCNIR Bibliography ... Contact the SCNIR for more information

3. Neutropenia neutropenia. There are various types of cells in the blood. Neutophils infections. neutropenia is reduction of the number of these cells.. http://www.tirgan.com/leucpnia.htm

Home Services Contact Links ... Chemotherapy Drugs Neutropenia There are various types of cells in the blood. Neutophils are those white blood cells that are first line of defense to fight infections. Neutropenia is reduction of the number of these cells.. It is the most important complication of chemotherapy. It is almost always due to impairment of bone marrow to produce cells and normally occurs a few days to a few weeks after chemotherapy. It is most severe in patients who receive aggressive treatments. Signs and symptoms: The signs and symptoms of Neutropenia depend on its severity. However, patients with even mild forms can develop major problems. Even in the most severe cases, it may have no signs at all, or it may cause fever and infection. A fever in patients who have received chemotherapy must be taken seriously, requiring a complete evaluation. Taking Tylenol or aspirin will only mask the infection and should be avoided, unless prescribed by the medical oncologist after a proper evaluation. Febrile Neutropenia: One technical term of which cancer patients should be aware is "

4. CancerSymptoms.org :: Neutropenia Questions. Home. neutropenia. Learn. Key Points/Overview. How To Read a CBC. Risks Causes. Web Resources. Reference List. Manage. Causes Symptoms of neutropenia. Prevention of neutropenia. Methods of Managing neutropenia. Dietary Considerations Learn about neutropenia and what causes it Find information on different treatment options for neutropenia that are available and may be needed http://www.cancersymptoms.org/symptoms/neutropenia

Questions Home Neutropenia Learn Key Points/Overview How To Read a CBC Web Resources Reference List Manage Prevention of Neutropenia Methods of Managing Neutropenia Dietary Considerations Fatigue ... Cognitive Dysfunction Learn about neutropenia and what causes it. Learn about the different cells in your blood and how to read a Complete Blood Count (CBC). Learn about the complications of developing infections while neutropenic, and possible ways to prevent infection. Find information on different treatment options for neutropenia that are available and may be needed. Follow different links to other web-sites that provide additional information and support for neutropenia. This will help you to understand other people's perspectives and experiences with neutropenia. Access articles written on the subject of neutropenia and current guidelines used for treating and managing neutropenia Neutropenia can be managed and treated if necessary. Steps can be taken to try to prevent infections from developing while you are experiencing neutropenia. Identify signs and symptoms that warrant medical attention while neutropenic. Learn about the treatments available for neutropenia. Select One Various Symptoms Fatigue Anorexia Pain Depression Neutropenia Cognitive Dysfunction

5. EMedicine - Neutropenia : Article By Daniel D Shin, MD neutropenia neutropenia is a decrease in circulating neutrophils in the peripheral blood. The absolute neutrophil count (ANC) defines neutropenia. ANC is found by multiplying the percentage of http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic1640.htm

(advertisement) Home Specialties CME PDA ... Patient Education Articles Images CME Patient Education Advanced Search Link to this site Back to: eMedicine Specialties Medicine, Ob/Gyn, Psychiatry, and Surgery Hematology Neutropenia Last Updated: February 7, 2002 Rate this Article Email to a Colleague Synonyms and related keywords: Schultz disease, agranulocytosis, granulocytopenia, leukopenia, neutropenic fever AUTHOR INFORMATION Section 1 of 10 Author Information Introduction Clinical Differentials ... Bibliography Author: Daniel D Shin, MD , Fellow, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, Stanford University Coauthor(s): John E Godwin, MD, MS , Associate Director, Associate Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Hematology/Oncology, Foster McGaw Hospital, Loyola University at Chicago Medical Center Daniel D Shin, MD, is a member of the following medical societies: Infectious Diseases Society of America Editor(s): Karen Seiter, MD , Associate Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Oncology/Hematology, New York Medical College; Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD

6. About Neutropenia - Neutropenia Support Association Inc. neutropenia Support Association Inc. What is neutropenia? neutropenia is a blood disorder that can affect anyone. Some people are born with it. http://www.neutropenia.ca/about/

What is Neutropenia Hematology 101 Types of Neutropenia Patient Evaluation and Treatment ... FAQ What is Neutropenia? -NEUTROPENIA, Causes, Consequences, and Care, Provided by The Neutropenia Association Inc.1993 Neutropenia is a blood disorder that can affect anyone. Some people are born with it. It can happen after a viral infection. In some cases the cause can be a side effect of a drug, or exposure to certain poisons. People can get neutropenia when treated for cancer with chemotherapy drugs. Sometimes it happens for no known reason. Blood is made up of billions of cells. There are many different types of blood cells, but most of the time you hear about two kinds - red cells and white cells. There are more red cells than any other type of blood cell. They are very important as they carry oxygen from your lungs to all parts of your body. White blood cells are just as important, but for a very different reason. One of their jobs is to protect you from infection. There are several kinds of white cells. Each has a special function. The most common ones are: Neutrophils (pronounced NEW TROH FILS), which surround and destroy bacteria in your body; and

7. What Is Neutropenia? Content last updated on 11/11/02 with quite a bit of new information added! What Is neutropenia? . Cyndi Cramer, BA,RN,OCN. What Is neutropenia? http://www.realnurseed.com/t1000.htm

Content last updated on 11/11/02 with quite a bit of new information added! "What Is Neutropenia?" Cyndi Cramer, BA,RN,OCN R eal N urse E d.com One Contact Hour Self Learning Module Objectives: 1. Define Neutropenia. 2. Calculate an ANC and explain its significance. 3. Outline causes and risk factors for neutropenia. 4. Identify clinical consequences of neutropenia. 5. Describe management strategies for neutropenia. What Is Neutropenia? I have started a short survey of people who have read this module (whether they take the the test for credit or just read it for their own information) Click here or click the link at the bottom of the module to answer a few anonymous survey questionsTHANK YOU! When a patient’s immune system becomes compromised and is at increased risk for infection we look at more then the WBC’s (white blood cells). We actually look at the differential on the CBC and calculate the ANC (absolute neutrophil count). By doing this we are able to look at the precursors of the WBC’s. These are the "baby WBC’s" or immature blood cells. These are found in the patient’s bone marrow. This number will give us a more accurate measurement of a patient’s risk for infection. To measure this we look at the neutrophils (sometimes also called segs or polys) and the bands. The following formula is used:

8. NEUPOGEN® Filgrastim Information for patients, doctors, and healthcare professionals about Neupogen. It is used for treating neutropenia, a common side effect of chemotherapy. http://www.neupogen.com/

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9. THE MERCK MANUAL, Sec. 11, Ch. 135, Leukopenia And Lymphocytopenia to the decreased total cell count. neutropenia accompanied by monocytopenia and lymphocytopenia is often a more serious disorder than neutropenia alone. neutropenia http://www.merck.com/pubs/mmanual/section11/chapter135/135a.htm

This Publication Is Searchable The Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy Section 11. Hematology And Oncology Chapter 135. Leukopenia And Lymphocytopenia Topics Leukopenia Lymphocytopenia Leukopenia Leukopenia is usually characterized by a reduced number of blood neutrophils, although a reduced number of lymphocytes, monocytes, eosinophils, or basophils may also contribute to the decreased total cell count. Neutropenia accompanied by monocytopenia and lymphocytopenia is often a more serious disorder than neutropenia alone. NEUTROPENIA (Granulocytopenia; Agranulocytosis) A reduction in the blood neutrophil (granulocyte) count, often leading to increased susceptibility to bacterial and fungal infections. Ch. 151 Etiology Acute neutropenia (occurring over a few days) often develops when neutrophil use is rapid and production is impaired. Chronic neutropenia (lasting months or years) usually arises from reduced production or excessive splenic sequestration of neutrophils. Neutropenia may be classified by whether it arises secondary to factors extrinsic to marrow myeloid cells or whether an intrinsic defect appears to be present in the myeloid progenitors (see Table 135-1 Secondary neutropenia: Drug-induced neutropenia has several underlying mechanisms (immune, toxic, idiosyncratic, or hypersensitivity reactions) and should be differentiated from the severe neutropenia that predictably occurs after large doses of cytoreductive cancer drugs or radiotherapy (see

10. Chemotherapy Drugs Chemo Side Effects Information for patients and doctors about fighting cancer chemotherapy induced neutropenia (white blood cell deficiency) and consequent infections with this medicine. http://www.neulasta.com/

11. Neutropenia Bacterial Infection Risk of neutropenia. In otherwise healthy persons, the risk of infection, however, is greater when neutropenia develops after myelotoxic chemotherapy or when http://members.tripod.com/enotes/neutropenia.htm

var cm_role = "live" var cm_host = "tripod.lycos.com" var cm_taxid = "/memberembedded" TOC HEME Neutropenia (Resource: Outline Medicine on Physician Online 2000) Bacterial Infection Risk of Neutropenia The risk of infection, however, is greater when neutropenia develops after myelotoxic chemotherapy or when there are other abnormalities in a patient's host defenses. These conditions include lymphocytopenia, monocytopenia, hypogammaglobulinemia, HIV infection, disruptive mucosal or cutaneous barriers, and the administration of corticosteroids. Infection by mixtures of aerobic and anaerobic organisms of the oropharynx frequently causes gingivitis, pharyngitis, and sinusitis with neutropenia. Gram-negative bacilli often invade the blood from the GI tract in these patients. Antibiotic therapy, particularly therapy involving broad-spectrum antibiotics and protracted treatments, leads to colonization by resistant bacteria and to fungal infections. Definition of Neutropenia Neutropenia is generally defined as a neutrophil count of less than 1, 800/mm

12. Chronic Neutropenia of Work. Research Studies on Internal Medicine. The neutropenia Family Studies. David......Research Studies on Chronic neutropenia. http://depts.washington.edu/gim/research/research_neutropenia.htm

Re search Studies on Chronic Neutropenia Description of Work Research Studies on Chronic Neutropenia are a group of studies concerned with the consequences and treatment of diseases causing severe chronic neutropenia (SCN). This is a condition that predisposes patients, particularly children, to the risk of severe bacterial and fungal infections. Neutrophils are the critical cells defending the body from infections by organism of the surfaces of the body. When the level of these cells in the blood drops to about 10 to 20 percent of the normal level, about 500/cmm, infections are likely to occur. Many of the conditions causing severe chronic neutropenia are quite rare. Through the collaborative efforts of physicians and patients all over the world, this research program has successfully studied the diseases causing severe chronic neutropenia, performing basic research studies, investigating new treatments, and educating physicians, nurses, other health care workers, patients and their families.

13. Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Clinic At The U-M Cancer Center Affiliated with Mott Children's Hospital, the UMCC Pediatric Cancer Clinic at the University of Michigan treats pediatric cancers, as well as sickle cell disease, chronic neutropenias and chronic granulomatous disease. http://www.cancer.med.umich.edu/clinic/pedclinic.htm

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14. Neutropenia Information Diseases Database neutropenia Neutrophil count low (peripheral blood) Schulz's disease Agranulocytosis Granulocytopenia, Disease Database Information http://www.diseasesdatabase.com/ddb8994.htm

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15. Neutropenia - Health And Medical Information: Diseases And Conditions, Medical D What is neutropenia? neutropenia is a condition of an abnormally low number of a type of a particular type of white blood cell called a neutrophil. http://www.medicinenet.com/Neutropenia/article.htm

MedicineNet Home > Neutropenia Advanced Search Printer-Friendly Format Add to Favorites Email to a Friend ... Next page Neutropenia What is neutropenia? What conditions are associated with neutropenia? What is neutropenia? "Neutropenia" is a condition of an abnormally low number of a type of a particular type of white blood cell called a neutrophil. White blood cells (leukocytes) are the cells in the blood that play important roles in the body's immune by fighting off infection. Because white blood cells can be affected by many diseases, doctors will often check the "white blood cell count" in evaluating health conditions. The normal white blood cells are of different types and include neutrophils, lymphocytes, monocytes, eosinophils, and basophils. The average blood concentration (cells per cubic mm) for each type are: neutrophils (3650); lymphocytes (2500); monocytes (430); eosinophils (150); basophils (30). Neutrophils function by actually killing and eating up microorganisms that invade our bodies. "Neutropenia" is present when the neutophil count is less than 2000. What conditions are associated with neutropenia?

16. Neutropenia OnLine Register, become a member and participate in a forum about this disorder. http://login.prospero.com/dir-login/index.asp?getDPref=0&webtag=NEUTROPENIA&

17. ClinicalTrials.gov - Information On Clinical Trials And Human Research Studies: Resources Help What's New About. Browse By Condition By Disease Heading Blood and Lymph Conditions neutropenia. Include trials that are no longer recruiting patients. 25 studies were found. With Nonmalignant Hematologic Disorders. Conditions neutropenia; Sickle Cell Anemia; Thalassemia Major http://clinicaltrials.gov/ct/screen/BrowseAny?path=/browse/by-condition/hier/BC1

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20. MayoClinic.com - Neutropenia Answers a patient question as to what neutropenia is and the success of treatment. http://www.mayoclinic.com/home?id=HQ01112

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