agranulocytos
Agranulocytosis is a severe form of neutropenia characterized by an extremely low number of neutrophils, a key type of white blood cell that helps defend against bacterial infections. It is commonly defined by an absolute neutrophil count (ANC) below 500 cells per microliter of blood, though some definitions use an ANC below 1000 cells/µL with infection risk.
The condition may be drug-induced, autoimmune, infectious, or due to bone marrow disorders. Many cases are linked
Clinical features typically include fever and signs of infection, such as a sore throat, mouth ulcers, or
Management requires prompt action: stop the suspected offending agent and, in febrile patients or those with