10 Side Effects of Radiation
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Radiation Side Effect #5: Low Blood Cell Count
Cells that are carried in our blood carry out essential functions such as helping to fight disease and transporting oxygen and nutrients. The cells are produced in our body and are constantly replenished as old blood cells die out. If there are insufficient cells in the blood it can lead to various unwanted symptoms.
Radiation therapy may cause the blood cell count to drop. This is not a common finding and it is usually seen in patients receiving both radiotherapy and chemotherapy together.
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