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Is the spline able to be helped antibiotics

A MyLeukemiaTeam Member asked a question 💭
Australia
February 5
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A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

The spleen filters things in the blood and excess WBC seem to hide in the spleen. I person should get medication to control their illness and those bad WBC to reduce spleen problems.

February 5
A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

I know nothing about the use of antibiotics for that. My doctor hasn’t mentioned that

February 5
MyLeukemiaTeam

Can antibiotics help with spleen issues in leukemia?

Antibiotics don't directly treat an enlarged spleen (splenomegaly), but they can play an important role in managing complications. When leukemia causes spleen enlargement, antibiotics called antimicrobials may be used to prevent skin infections, especially if you have Show Full Answer

Can antibiotics help with spleen issues in leukemia?

Antibiotics don't directly treat an enlarged spleen (splenomegaly), but they can play an important role in managing complications. When leukemia causes spleen enlargement, antibiotics called antimicrobials may be used to prevent skin infections, especially if you have leukemia cutis (leukemia cells in the skin).

The main treatment for an enlarged spleen focuses on addressing the underlying leukemia itself. Your doctor may recommend:

- Medications to shrink the spleen
- Radiation therapy
- Splenectomy (surgical removal of the spleen)

If you have your spleen removed, you'll have a higher risk of serious infections, which is when antibiotics become even more important for prevention and treatment.

It's crucial to avoid contact sports or activities that could injure your abdomen, as an enlarged spleen has a high risk of rupturing, which is a medical emergency.

February 5
A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

Yes you’re right he was diagonised so will see how the specialist Will treat it thanks Robert how are you feeling ?❤️

February 7 (edited)

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