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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Monocytopenia | |||
| synonyms = Monocytopenic leukopenia | |||
| field = [[Hematology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Fatigue (medical)|Fatigue]], increased susceptibility to [[infection]] | |||
| complications = Increased risk of [[infection]] | |||
| onset = Can be sudden or gradual | |||
| duration = Varies depending on underlying cause | |||
| causes = [[Aplastic anemia]], [[leukemia]], [[HIV/AIDS]], [[chemotherapy]], [[radiation therapy]], [[autoimmune disorders]] | |||
| risks = [[Immunosuppression]], [[bone marrow failure]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Complete blood count]] (CBC) showing low [[monocyte]] count | |||
| differential = [[Leukopenia]], [[neutropenia]], [[lymphopenia]] | |||
| treatment = Addressing underlying cause, [[growth factor]] therapy, [[bone marrow transplant]] | |||
| medication = [[Colony-stimulating factor]]s | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Monocytopenia''' is a medical condition characterized by a decrease in the number of [[monocytes]], a type of white blood cell, in the bloodstream. This condition can be caused by a variety of factors, including certain diseases and treatments, and can lead to an increased risk of infection. | '''Monocytopenia''' is a medical condition characterized by a decrease in the number of [[monocytes]], a type of white blood cell, in the bloodstream. This condition can be caused by a variety of factors, including certain diseases and treatments, and can lead to an increased risk of infection. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Monocytopenia can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | Monocytopenia can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | ||
* Certain diseases, such as [[rheumatoid arthritis]], [[lupus]], and [[HIV/AIDS]] | * Certain diseases, such as [[rheumatoid arthritis]], [[lupus]], and [[HIV/AIDS]] | ||
* Certain treatments, such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy | * Certain treatments, such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy | ||
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* Bone marrow disorders | * Bone marrow disorders | ||
* Nutritional deficiencies | * Nutritional deficiencies | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of monocytopenia can vary depending on the underlying cause. However, common symptoms can include: | The symptoms of monocytopenia can vary depending on the underlying cause. However, common symptoms can include: | ||
* Fatigue | * Fatigue | ||
* Fever | * Fever | ||
* Infections | * Infections | ||
* Slow wound healing | * Slow wound healing | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Monocytopenia is typically diagnosed through a [[complete blood count]] (CBC), which measures the number of different types of cells in the blood. If the number of monocytes is lower than normal, a diagnosis of monocytopenia may be made. | Monocytopenia is typically diagnosed through a [[complete blood count]] (CBC), which measures the number of different types of cells in the blood. If the number of monocytes is lower than normal, a diagnosis of monocytopenia may be made. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
The treatment for monocytopenia typically involves addressing the underlying cause. This can include treating any diseases or conditions that are causing the monocytopenia, changing or stopping any medications that are causing the condition, or providing nutritional supplements if a deficiency is the cause. | The treatment for monocytopenia typically involves addressing the underlying cause. This can include treating any diseases or conditions that are causing the monocytopenia, changing or stopping any medications that are causing the condition, or providing nutritional supplements if a deficiency is the cause. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Monocyte]] | * [[Monocyte]] | ||
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* [[Neutropenia]] | * [[Neutropenia]] | ||
* [[Lymphocytopenia]] | * [[Lymphocytopenia]] | ||
[[Category:Blood disorders]] | [[Category:Blood disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Immunology]] | [[Category:Immunology]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 05:28, 4 April 2025
| Monocytopenia | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Monocytopenic leukopenia |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Fatigue, increased susceptibility to infection |
| Complications | Increased risk of infection |
| Onset | Can be sudden or gradual |
| Duration | Varies depending on underlying cause |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Aplastic anemia, leukemia, HIV/AIDS, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, autoimmune disorders |
| Risks | Immunosuppression, bone marrow failure |
| Diagnosis | Complete blood count (CBC) showing low monocyte count |
| Differential diagnosis | Leukopenia, neutropenia, lymphopenia |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Addressing underlying cause, growth factor therapy, bone marrow transplant |
| Medication | Colony-stimulating factors |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Monocytopenia is a medical condition characterized by a decrease in the number of monocytes, a type of white blood cell, in the bloodstream. This condition can be caused by a variety of factors, including certain diseases and treatments, and can lead to an increased risk of infection.
Causes[edit]
Monocytopenia can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Certain diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and HIV/AIDS
- Certain treatments, such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy
- Certain medications, such as corticosteroids
- Bone marrow disorders
- Nutritional deficiencies
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of monocytopenia can vary depending on the underlying cause. However, common symptoms can include:
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Infections
- Slow wound healing
Diagnosis[edit]
Monocytopenia is typically diagnosed through a complete blood count (CBC), which measures the number of different types of cells in the blood. If the number of monocytes is lower than normal, a diagnosis of monocytopenia may be made.
Treatment[edit]
The treatment for monocytopenia typically involves addressing the underlying cause. This can include treating any diseases or conditions that are causing the monocytopenia, changing or stopping any medications that are causing the condition, or providing nutritional supplements if a deficiency is the cause.
