Lupus may cause you to experience low platelet counts. This could be a direct result of the disease or due to some lupus medications. Severe cases can be life threatening, but most cases are mild and ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I have myeloma, and I’ve been treated with melphalan. On three instances, my blood count dropped from 10 to 8, requiring blood transfusion. Is the blood loss unstoppable? Is there ...

A person with leukopenia has a low number of white blood cells, or leukocytes, in their blood. A low white blood cell count may make a person more likely to contract an infection. White blood cells ...

Americans are iron deficient and at risk of anemia. You can combat iron deficiency with iron supplements and diet.

Medically reviewed by Douglas A. Nelson, MDMedically reviewed by Douglas A. Nelson, MD Certain cancers can cause high white blood cell (WBCs) counts, or in some cases, low levels. WBCs, also called ...

Testosterone is the quintessential male hormone (androgen), and it’s a busy one, helping to regulate intimate function, ...

Testosterone is the primary androgen — or male hormone — in your body. Low testosterone affects up to 39 percent ...

White blood cells help fight infection in the body. Medical practices can differ in how they define a low white blood cell count. There are five types of white blood cells. Neutrophils account for ...