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Yazan Alhourani

Yazan Alhourani

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الأسئلة المجابة 75463 | نسبة الرضا 98.7%

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Hello, I am taking Tasigna Medication for CML...

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Hello, I am taking Tasigna Medication for CML 150mg x 2 x 2 per day. the WBC went down from 117 to 2.6. Should I reduce the dose of continue on the same dose. I am a diabetic for 8 years type 2. I am 37 years old high 178 cm weight 90 kg, male. Thanks

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Hemoglobin went down from 13.6 to 11.7Platelet went down from 220 to 61

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this based on the last CBC test done last night - I was diagnosed last month and I took Hedrea for 9 days then I started and taking Tasigna for 25 days now.

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Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML)

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Yazan Alhourani

Yazan Alhourani

Licensed Physician

الأسئلة المجابة 75463 | نسبة الرضا 98.7%

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Important notice to customer :

Dear customer , we would like to clarify that we are not titled to change your medical treatment regarding CML , and we would provide some information about your treatment and general advices , but after all you have to consult your doctor who is responsible for your medication adjustment accoriding to your medical condition 

Is platelet count 61 is normal ?

normal range is 150 - 400 , but you are on chemothearpy mediction , and its a common side effect of cancer medication , but usually platelet less than 20 is consider as risky result 

Is hemoglobin 11.5 is normal ?

11.5 is within normal range according to your medical condition , and its not a cause of concern 

Can you reduce chemothearpy medication doses ?

usually , doctor prescribe a specific dose which is enough to kill the cancerous cells , low doses isnt recommanded unless your medical condition is severe 
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Yazan Alhourani

Yazan Alhourani

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