What are the Treatment Options for Myelosuppression?
Treatment strategies are multifaceted and depend on the severity and type of blood cell affected:
Supportive Care: Blood transfusions for anemia, antibiotics for infections, and platelet transfusions for bleeding risks. Medications:Growth factors like erythropoietin for red blood cells, G-CSF for white blood cells, and thrombopoietin for platelets. Modification of Cancer Treatment: Dose adjustments or delays in chemotherapy, and sometimes switching to less myelosuppressive agents.
