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Leucopenia

Leucopenia is a decrease in the number of white blood cells (leukocytes) circulating in the blood. Leucopenia can put you at increased risk of infections and diseases. It usually happens due to infections, anemia, leukemia, or as a side effect of chemotherapy and some other medicines.

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